Head Chef

Recooty; Tom Burke; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A Game Lodge and Spa in Limpopo is seeking a creative and experienced Head Chef to manage the kitchen. Responsibilities include maintaining hygiene standards, stock control, and staff training. Ideal candidates should have 5-7 years of experience, a formal culinary degree, and a passion for food. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to work under pressure while delivering high-quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years relevant experience in a formal Restaurant/Hotel.
• Experience in running functions of up to 250 pax.
• Strong general knowledge of food and kitchen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of the kitchen.
• Maintain and implement hygiene standards.
• Control stock takes and staff training.

Skills

Strong personality

Good management skills

Creative

Highly organised

Able to work under pressure

Education

Grade 12

Formal cooking degree/diploma

Job description

A Creative, experienced and food loving Head Chef needed for a Game Lodge and Spa in the Lephalale district. The successful candidate would be responsible for the overall management of the kitchen. The candidate will also be required to maintain and implement hygiene standards and to take control of stock takes and staff training.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years relevant experience in a formal Restaurant / Hotel.
• Strong personality that can think on their feet and work under pressure.
• Well-spoken and presented individual.
• Leader with good management skills.
• Creative with an eye for detail.
• Administrations skills and must be highly organised.
• Grade 12.
• Formal cooking degree/diploma preferable.
• Experience in running functions of up to 250 pax.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Experience in creating, costing and maintaining of recipes.
• Strong general knowledge of food and kitchen procedures.