Simbithi Country Club has a new “Pro” on the premises. Karel Jacobs has taken up position as the Head Chef of Simbithi Country Club and, armed with years of experience at various upmarket restaurants, he’s sure to add a new and exciting dimension to the Fig Tree Restaurant.
Karel says his passion for food was evident from a young age and, upon matriculating from Hoerskool Waterkloof in Pretoria, he enrolled at the Food & Beverage Institute in Bloemfontein.
Karel’s first chef position was at the prestigious Emperor’s Palace, where he was able to learn his trade at a number of the gourmet restaurants on the premises. In 2007, he moved to the sunshine coast of Ballito where he assisted in the opening of the Latte Lounge at IVK Interiors as Head Chef, after which he joined the team at Fairmont Zimbali as Senior Chef de Partie. His talents were spotted during his stint as Executive Sous Chef at the Fig Tree restaurant, and he was duly promoted to Head Chef by Simbithi GM Steve van Greunen.
“We’re delighted to have Karel as part of the Simbithi Country Club team and we know his enthusiasm and love for food will be appreciated and enjoyed by patrons dining at the Fig Tree Restaurant”, said Van Greunen.
Karel believes in using the most interesting and freshest ingredients to ensure that his guests enjoy a true “gastronomic experience”. His flavoursome personality matched with his cooking talents and a magnificent restaurant setting, are all key ingredients in making the Fig Tree Restaurant a preferred destination for discerning food lovers – locals and visitors alike.
For info contact the Fig Tree Restaurant: 032 946 5403