Job Description

Chef de Cuisine

(20318)

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and winelands; One&Only Cape Town is the ultimate curator of discovery, from active adventures, to mindful moments and exclusive, tailored experiences. The warm South African charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion

The Chef de Cuisine (CDC) is responsible for leading and overseeing all culinary operations for the Main Kitchen, this includes but is not limited to Rooi Restaurant, Vista Kitchen, and In-Room Dining, Banqueting operations and assisting in Isola when needed, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation in line with a 5-star ultra-luxury guest experience.

The role combines hands-on culinary expertise, leadership, innovation, and operational management to deliver world-class dining experiences while achieving financial and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Develop, design, and execute innovative menus that reflect luxury hospitality standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop culinary teams to enhance performance, skills, and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and company policies.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and kitchen budgets to achieve operational goals.
• Drive exceptional guest experiences by actively engaging with guests, handling feedback, and resolving concerns.
• Oversee food purchasing, inventory control, production planning, and cost management.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example, ensuring brand standards and luxury service expectations are consistently exceeded.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Culinary qualification from a recognized hospitality or culinary institution.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar leadership role within a 5-star luxury or ultra-luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people-development abilities.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Results-driven with solid financial and operational acumen.
• Passionate about culinary excellence, innovation, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences.

The Chef de Cuisine is a visionary culinary leader who balances exceptional cooking talent, team development, operational excellence, and luxury guest service to create memorable dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards expected of an ultra-luxury resort.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.

Close Date: 20 July 2026