Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
Market related
Posted
04 Jun 2026
Closes
04 Jul 2026
Jobs in Cape Town
Executive Chef
Role Overview
Red Ember Recruitment is hiring a Executive Chef in Cape Town. The role is suited to someone who can bring discipline, judgement and steady execution to contributing to a focused hotel team with practical day-to-day responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of Hotel / Industry reviews – contribute as required/ requested, on behalf of Hotel.
- Take responsibility for the core day-to-day work expected of a Executive Chef.
- Work with colleagues, customers or suppliers to keep work moving and issues visible.
- Keep records, updates and handovers clear so decisions can be made with confidence.
- Maintain a professional standard of delivery, communication and follow-through.
Requirements
- A background that matches the practical demands of a Executive Chef role.
- A practical working style with the ability to prioritise when several tasks compete.
- A professional approach to deadlines, service quality and daily priorities.