Camp Chef

Kendrick Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a passionate Camp Chef to join a luxury safari lodge in the Welgevonden Reserve, offering live-in accommodation. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, prepare high-quality meals, and uphold food safety and hygiene standards in a remote lodge setting.

Responsibilities include menu planning, stock control, and collaboration with lodge management to meet guest dietary needs and ensure timely service.

Qualifications

• Experience as Camp Chef, Lodge Chef, Sous Chef or similar culinary role.
• Demonstrated ability to plan menus and manage kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Good organisational skills and time management under busy service periods.
• Ability to accommodate dietary requirements and guest preferences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality meals meeting lodge standards.
• Plan menus catering to diverse tastes and dietary needs.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and freshness.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and compliant with safety standards.
• Manage stock, monitor usage and assist with ordering ingredients.
• Minimise wastage through portion control and rotation.
• Coordinate meal times with lodge management and FOH staff.

Skills

Camp Chef experience

Menu planning

Food safety & hygiene

Time management

Guest dietary accommodations

Job description

Job Description

Camp Chef | Welgevonden Reserve | Luxury Safari Lodge

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a passionate and experienced Camp Chef to join a luxury safari lodge in the Welgevonden Reserve. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional who enjoys working in a remote lodge environment and is committed to preparing high-quality meals while maintaining excellent kitchen standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily kitchen operations, preparing delicious and well-presented meals for guests and staff, and ensuring that food quality, hygiene and consistency are maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality meals in line with the lodge’s standards and guest expectations.

• Plan and prepare menus that cater to a variety of tastes and dietary requirements.

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring that food preparation and service run smoothly.

• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, presentation, freshness and consistency.

• Ensure that all food preparation areas, equipment and kitchen facilities are kept clean and organised.

• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards.

• Manage stock levels, monitor food usage and assist with ordering ingredients and supplies.

• Minimise food wastage through effective planning, portion control and stock rotation.

• Ensure that ingredients are stored correctly and that stock is managed efficiently.

• Work closely with lodge management and front-of-house staff to coordinate meal times and guest requirements.

• Accommodate special dietary requirements and guest preferences wherever possible.

• Assist with menu planning and the development of creative daily specials.

• Ensure that meals are prepared and served on time, even during busy service periods.

• Maintain a professional, positive and organised working environment within the kitchen.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Camp Chef, Lodge Chef, Sous Chef or similar culinary role.

• A passion for cooking and delivering consistently high-quality meals.

• Good knowledge of food preparation, menu planning and kitchen operations.

• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen sanitation standards.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.

• Good stock control, portioning and food cost management skills.

• The ability to work independently and manage kitchen responsibilities with minimal supervision.

• A hands-on approach and the ability to work well under pressure.

• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.

• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to work as part of a close-knit lodge team.

• Previous experience in a lodge or remote hospitality environment would be advantageous.

Salary: R10,000 per month.

Benefits: Live-in accommodation provided.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated chef looking to work in a beautiful safari environment while contributing to memorable guest experiences through quality food and excellent kitchen management.