Head Chef – Boutique Hotel

Job description

The Leeu Collection, a prestigious group of boutique hotels in Franschhoek and internationally, is looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at their flagship Franschhoek property. You'll have full creative control over a prix-fixe tasting menu that changes with the seasons and celebrates produce from the surrounding farms. This is a career-defining role for an ambitious chef ready to plant their flag in South Africa's food capital. Key responsibilities: • Full ownership of the kitchen: menu, team, costs, and standards • Develop relationships with local farmers and artisan producers • Represent the restaurant at industry events and media • Maintain a brigade of 8 and oversee seasonal menu changes Requirements: • Minimum 3 years as Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the step up • Passion for wine-pairing and Cape Winelands cuisine • Proven ability to manage kitchen P&L • Portfolio of original menus required with application

Posted 19 June 2026

Company overview

Leeu Collection is an intimate luxury hotel group owned by businessman Analjit Singh, operating properties in Franschhoek (Leeu House, Leeu Estates, and Akademie Street Boutique Hotel), London, and India. Known for extraordinary food and wine, art curation, and deeply personalised service, Leeu Collection is among the finest boutique luxury hotel groups in Africa.

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