Executive Chef

Phoenix Recruitment; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury Lodge & Restaurant in Hoedspruit is seeking an Executive Chef to lead their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be energetic, proactive, and passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Strong culinary expertise, leadership skills, and creativity in enhancing the product offering are essential. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a 5-star environment, along with a comprehensive understanding of kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a similar role.
• Solid knowledge of health and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Extensive purchasing and stock control experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a world-class guest experience.
• Share information, teach, and inspire team members.
• Work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Culinary Trends

Lateral Thinking

Financial Skills

IT Skills

Education

Grade 12

Culinary School Graduate

Job description

Luxury Lodge & Restaurant in the Hoedspruit area is looking for an Executive Chef.

He / she needs to have strong communication skills, be familiar with the latest trends, and be able to think outside the box. The candidate should be a natural leader, passionate about people, and confident in hosting guests.

Position Info: Duties

• Energetic & proactive with a well-developed concept of providing a world-class guest experience
• Ability to share information, teach, and inspire others
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with diverse teams
• Diligent and self-motivated
• Lateral thinking ability
• Competent in financial and IT skills
• High energy levels & drive to get things done
• An appreciation of other cultures
• Introduce new ideas to enhance the product offering and learning culture

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Culinary School Graduate
• Minimum 5 years of professional culinary hands-on experience in a similar role in a 5-star boutique hotel or game lodge, familiar with restaurant operations
• Solid knowledge of health and hygiene in the kitchen
• Extensive purchasing and stock control experience
• Familiar with the latest culinary trends
• Hospitality and service training experience