Executive Chef & Chef Facilitator | Limpopo

HospitalityandOutdoor; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 305,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

HospitalityandOutdoor in Limpopo requires an Executive Chef & Chef Facilitator to lead culinary operations at a game lodge. You will manage food production, create menus, and drive training initiatives to develop kitchen talent while ensuring guest satisfaction and profitability.

You will coach chefs, oversee costs, maintain food safety standards, and implement best practices across the operation. This role blends strategic kitchen leadership with hands-on facilitation to elevate quality and

Qualifications

• Relevant Culinary Qualification essential.
• Minimum 5 years’ senior culinary leadership experience.
• Ability to lead kitchen operations and staff training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen and food production operations.
• Develop innovative menus and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure HACCP, health and hygiene compliance.
• Facilitate culinary training, workshops, and skills development.
• Coach and develop chefs and kitchen staff.
• Manage food and labour costs, budgets and stock control.
• Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Monitor supplier relationships and purchasing processes.
• Drive profitability across culinary operations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety

Training

Communication

Education

Culinary Qualification

Job description

Executive Chef & Chef Facilitator | Limpopo

Establishment: Game Lodge

Starting Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate culinary professional with a talent for both kitchen leadership and staff development? We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef & Chef Facilitator to lead culinary operations while driving training, mentorship, and skills development initiatives across our hospitality business.
This dynamic role combines strategic kitchen management with hands-on facilitation, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, service excellence, team performance, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing food production, menu innovation, cost control, food safety compliance, and workforce development while creating a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive culinary expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to facilitate engaging training programs that enhance the capabilities of kitchen teams. They will work closely with management and operational teams to improve performance, maintain compliance with food safety regulations, implement best practices, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys mentoring others, driving culinary innovation, and achieving operational excellence. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing future culinary talent while maintaining high-quality food standards and ensuring profitability across all culinary operations.

Job Requirements & Responsibilities

• Relevant Culinary Qualification essential
• Minimum 5 years’ senior culinary leadership experience
• Lead and oversee all kitchen and food production operations.
• Develop innovative menus and seasonal culinary offerings.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Facilitate culinary training, workshops, and skills development programs.
• Coach, mentor, and develop chefs and kitchen staff.
• Manage food costs, labour costs, budgets, and stock control.
• Monitor supplier relationships and purchasing processes.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Implement operational improvements and best practice procedures.
• Evaluate staff performance and support career development.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and industry innovations.
• Ensure excellent guest satisfaction and service delivery.
• Strong leadership, communication, facilitation, and organisational skills required.

Salary

Salary: R30 000 DOE

Start Date

Start Date: As Soon As Possible