Job description
Head Chef | Luxury Lodge | Hoedspruit Salary: Negotiable DOE Live-in Position Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef for a luxury lodge in Hoedspruit. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary professional with a flair for creating exceptional dining experiences in a luxury safari environment.
The successful candidate will oversee all kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the lodge kitchen Design and prepare innovative, seasonal menus Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation and consistency Lead, train and develop the kitchen team Manage stock control, ordering and supplier relationships Monitor food costs and minimise waste while maintaining quality Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations Cater for special dietary requirements and guest preferences Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation Work closely with lodge management to deliver outstanding guest experiences Requirements Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a luxury lodge, hotel or fine dining environment Strong leadership and team management skills Passion for creating high-quality cuisine using fresh ingredients Excellent organisational and time management abilities Sound knowledge of stock control, food costing and budgeting Thorough understanding of food safety and hygiene standards Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Relevant culinary qualification would be advantageous Additional Information Live-in position Salary negotiable depending on experience If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.