Because every perfect slice begins with passion.
At The President Hotel, we believe that every great dining experience starts in the kitchen where creativity, skill, and heart come together to craft flavours guests never forget. Our Pizza Chefs bring that magic to life, turning simple ingredients into memorable moments.
The President Hotel is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation, and we’re creating new opportunities for talented culinary professionals to join our team. As a Pizza Chef, you’ll be part of a kitchen that values quality, innovation, and teamwork, serving up excellence one pizza at a time.
If you thrive in a fast paced, luxury environment and take pride in your craft, we’d love to meet you.

What We’re Looking For

• A valid South African ID or work permit
• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
• At least 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen (hotel or upmarket restaurant preferred)
• Hands on experience in pizza dough preparation, topping, baking, and oven management
• A culinary qualification or certificate (advantageous)
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency under pressure
• A strong team ethic and willingness to learn and grow
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook high quality pizzas and related dishes with precision and passion
• Manage your section efficiently, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation
• Assist with dough preparation, ingredient rotation, and mise en place
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene in your workstation
• Monitor oven temperatures and ensure perfect bakes every time
• Support senior chefs with daily operations and contribute to menu creativity
• Uphold the hotel’s standards of excellence and contribute to a positive team culture

Why The President
Here, your creativity is the key ingredient.
By joining The President Hotel, you’ll be part of a team that celebrates passion, individuality, and growth. In return, we offer:

• A supportive environment that values teamwork and craftsmanship
• Competitive remuneration and thoughtful employee benefits
• Opportunities to learn from experienced chefs and grow your culinary career
• A vibrant workplace set against one of Cape Town’s most breathtaking backdrops

Nestled in Bantry Bay, between Cape Town’s vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, The President offers 349 stylish rooms and apartments, a palm lined infinity pool, world class dining, and state of the art event venues. It’s not just a place to work, it’s a place to shine.

Applications
Closing date:  15 November 2025
Please submit your CV online.
We carefully review all applications. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please know that while we can’t take everyone, we truly appreciate your interest in joining our team. We’ll also keep your details on file for future opportunities.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements of our Employment Equity Plan.

Contact information

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