Kitchen Administrator Position at The Westin Cape Town

The Westin Cape Town is currently seeking an organized, methodical, and enthusiastic Kitchen Administrator to provide vital administrative support to the culinary department. Situated adjacent to the Cape Town International Convention Centre, The Westin Cape Town is renowned for its exceptional hospitality and bustling kitchen operations. Reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef and supporting the Executive Chef, this role serves as the central administrative pillar of the culinary team.

In this dynamic position, you will be responsible for maintaining smooth administrative flow, ensuring that kitchen records, supplier orders, food safety diligence documents, and human resources data remain accurate and compliant with Marriott International standards. Operating within a high-volume culinary environment, you will coordinate key administrative functions, liaise with diverse departments, and assist culinary leadership in executing daily operations with precision.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Maintain and organize culinary standard operating procedure (SOP) files, recipe cards, and MEP checklists.
• Assist chefs with daily and monthly food stock counts, tracking inventory variations, and managing order sheets.
• Coordinate food safety compliance records, including HACCP checks, daily temperature logs, and audit files.
• Provide departmental human resources administration, tracking intern schedules, casual staff hours, and training logs.
• Record, file, and distribute minutes of departmental briefings, daily briefings, and operational meetings.
• Liaise with procurement, storerooms, and external suppliers to verify deliveries, handovers, and price adjustments.
• Support health, safety, and fire compliance recordkeeping within the food and beverage division.
• Assist the Executive Chef and culinary management with active project tracking and special function logistics.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Highly organized administrator with exceptional attention to detail and structured filing habits.
• Calm and focused demeanor capable of prioritizing tasks under pressure within a busy hotel kitchen.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a guest-centric attitude and professional communication standard.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to execute tasks independently and maintain confidentiality.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Working at The Westin Cape Town provides unique exposure to world-class culinary management, luxury hotel operations, and global procurement systems. Employees receive access to Marriott International's extensive training programmes, mentorship from renowned hospitality executives, and structured growth opportunities into food and beverage supervision or hospitality administration.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a hospitality administrative role with up to two years of experience, the estimated remuneration is approximately R9,000 – R15,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Eligible candidates should submit their application through the official Marriott International careers portal. Please upload a comprehensive CV highlighting your administrative and hospitality experience, along with academic credentials and professional references. Early applications are encouraged as screening takes place on an ongoing basis.

• Recognised qualification in Hospitality Management, Office Administration, or a related field.
• At least two years of administrative experience, preferably within a hotel, culinary, or hospitality setting.
• Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with food hygiene standards, HACCP principles, and kitchen inventory/stock taking procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and telephone etiquette.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet strict deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment.