Head Chef – Luxury Wellness Sanctuary Culinary Experience
Location: Bedfordview
Position Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: General Manager and Director
About the Role
We are seeking a visionary Head Chef to lead the culinary direction of an exclusive, 20-seat boutique dining experience embedded within a 5-star luxury wellness Centre.
Our concept bridges high-end wellness and elevated dining. We focus strictly on vibrant, health-focused breakfast, lunch, and a premium smoothie bar. We create colourful, ingredient-driven plates that make healthy eating feel deeply luxurious, indulgent, and restorative.
If you are passionate about clean eating, superfoods, artistic presentation, and intimate, high-touch culinary service, this is your canvas.
Key Responsibilities
- Menu Creation & Innovation: Design and continuously elevate seasonal breakfast, lunch, and nutrient-dense smoothie menus focused on organic, high-performance, and whole-food ingredients.
- Plating & Presentation: Craft colourful, vibrant, and artistic dishes that align with a 5-star spa aesthetic without feeling stuffy or overly formal.
- Kitchen Leadership & Operations: Manage all daily kitchen operations for our 20-seat dining area, including inventory, vendor relations, food costing, and strict hygiene standards.
- Dietary Mastery: Effortlessly cater to wellness-focused dietary requirements (e.g., plant-based, gluten-free, keto, low-glycemic, gut-health) with creative, uncompromising flavour profiles.
- Guest Connection: Engage directly with guests in our intimate setting, delivering a personalised, high-touch dining experience that complements their spa journey.
Candidate Profile
Requirement
Description
Experience
Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Senior Chef de Partie in fine dining, luxury boutique hotels, or high-end wellness resorts.
Culinary Philosophy
Strong background or deep passion for healthy, clean, and functional cooking (nutrition-forward background is a major plus).
Visual Artistry
Exceptional plating skills with a focus on vibrant, natural colors and fresh, high-quality aesthetics.
Operational Precision
Strong organisation, stock management, supplier sourcing (local/organic), and cost control skills.
Mindset
Warm, guest-focused attitude suited for a serene, high-end spa environment.
What We Offer
- Work-Life Balance: Daytime-focused hours (Breakfast & Lunch service only—no late dinner shifts).
- Creative Freedom: plenty of freedom to collaborate on the menu.
- Serene Work Environment: A calm, beautifully designed 5-star atmosphere.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package with performance incentives.
How to Apply
Please submit your Resume along with a portfolio (or link to photos/Instagram) showcasing your culinary creations and plating style to:
Contact Email: silvio@aetheriumsanctuary.com
Application Deadline: Nov 25
Pay: R12 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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