Executive Chef

Kendrick Recruitment; Brits; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality company is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef for their private game lodge in North West, South Africa. This role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and fostering a positive work environment. Candidates should have proven experience in high-end culinary settings along with strong leadership and organisational skills. The position includes a competitive salary of R24000, a live-in arrangement, and various benefits including staff meals and room cleaning services.

Benefits

Private room and bathroom

Three staff meals per day

Laundry and room cleaning services

Free Wi-Fi

Uniform provided

Medical aid contribution after probation

Staff-rate accommodation for friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in high-end environments.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of South African food safety and hygiene legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all kitchen operations and staff.
• Plan menus and accommodate dietary needs.
• Ensure food quality and safety compliance.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Restaurant Experience

Kitchen Management Experience

Labor Cost Analysis

Catering

Management Experience

Cooking

Cost Control

Menu Planning

Sanitation

Leadership Experience

Education

Relevant professional culinary qualification

Job description

Overview

Executive Chef Luxury Private Game Lodge North West — Salary: R24000 (Live-in)

Kendrick Recruitment is recruiting for an accomplished and professional Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations at a luxury private game lodge in the North West. This senior role requires a strong leader who delivers consistently high culinary standards while fostering a respectful well-managed and positive kitchen environment.

Purpose of the Role

The Executive Chef is responsible for the effective management and leadership of all kitchen operations ensuring exceptional food quality compliance with food safety legislation and the creation of a professional and supportive working culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management of all kitchen operations including multiple kitchens on the property
• Menu planning and development including the accommodation of dietary requirements and allergies
• Preparation and presentation of high-quality guest meals and staff meals
• Training supervision performance management and discipline of kitchen staff in line with company policies
• Creating and maintaining a respectful productive and positive kitchen environment
• Ensuring compliance with food safety hygiene health and safety legislation and audit requirements
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of all kitchen storage and scullery areas
• Managing stock control ordering stock takes and minimising food wastage
• Managing kitchen budgets and controlling food costs
• Ensuring all kitchen equipment is maintained and in good working order
• Preparing duty rosters and managing staffing requirements
• Liaising closely with Front of House to ensure seamless service delivery
• Engaging with guests to ensure satisfaction and professionally addressing feedback

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef within a high-end lodge hotel or restaurant environment
• Relevant professional culinary qualification
• Strong leadership organisational and people management skills
• Sound knowledge of South African food safety hygiene and labour legislation
• Experience in kitchen administration stock control and budgeting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment
• Strong commitment to professional conduct teamwork and company values

Work Schedule and Benefits

• 36 days on followed by 12 days off
• 21 days annual leave taken in separate periods as operationally convenient
• Private room and bathroom in the on-site staff village
• Three staff meals per day
• Laundry and room cleaning services provided
• Free Wi-Fi
• Uniform provided
• Medical Aid contribution after successful completion of the probation period
• 16 staff-rate bed nights per year for friends and family

Candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their CV to Kendrick Recruitment to apply for this role.

Required Skills: experience qualification

Key Skills Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Kitchen Management Experience,Kitchen Experience,Labor Cost Analysis,Catering,Management Experience,Cooking,Cost Control,Menu Planning,Sanitation,Leadership Experience

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary Salary: 24000 - 24000