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Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg
- 67 Jan Smuts Avenue P.O. Box 2700, Johannesburg, Saxonwold 2132, South Africa
Nathan Jacobs
Executive Pastry Chef
“Accomplishing your goals isn’t just about reaching your destination, it’s about embracing the journey, the sweat, the setbacks, and relentless pursuit that shape you into a person who can achieve anything.”
Four Seasons Tenure
- Since 2025
- First Four Seasons Assignment: Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg, Executive Pastry Chef
Employment History
- Crossbasket Castle with Michel Roux, Scotland; Summer Lodge Country House and Hotel, England; The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa; Hilton Hotel Cape Town; Cape Town Convention Centre
Education
- Diploma in Pastry, South Africans Chef’s Academy; Certificate in Professional Cookery, False Bay College
Birthplace
- Cape Town, South Africa
Languages Spoken
- English, Afrikaans
Nathan Jacobs, discovered his love of pastry as a young diner, captivated by the transformative power of good food. Since then, his career has spanned celebrated kitchens in South Africa, the United States, and the United Kingdom, blending artistry, precision, and mentorship.
Returning to Johannesburg, Nathan looks forward to creating exceptional pastries and artisanal breads in the Hotel’s new pastry kitchen, while sharing his craft with others.
Outside the kitchen, he enjoys golf and outdoor adventures with his wife, Nicole, and their two children.
