Luxury Safari Lodge: Head Chef / Sous Chef Leader

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

Job summary

A luxury safari lodge is seeking a talented Head Chef or Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. This full-time role involves managing kitchen operations, menu planning, and ensuring health and safety standards. Candidates must have proven experience in a luxury or high-end environment, strong leadership skills, and a passion for hospitality. The position offers a competitive salary between R12,000 to R28,000 per month depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a luxury lodge hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Strong leadership, organisational and team management skills.
• Exceptional culinary skills with attention to detail and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team ensuring efficient operations.
• Plan, prepare and present menus in line with lodge standards.
• Maintain consistent quality presentation and portion control.
• Ensure adherence to health safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage kitchen inventory and supplier relationships.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with lodge management to maintain efficiency.
• Innovate and develop new menu items reflecting luxury positioning.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Kitchen Management Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Kitchen Experience

Labor Cost Analysis

Catering

Cooking

Cost Control

Sanitation

Knife Skills

Job description

A luxury safari lodge is seeking a talented Head Chef or Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. This full-time role involves managing kitchen operations, menu planning, and ensuring health and safety standards. Candidates must have proven experience in a luxury or high-end environment, strong leadership skills, and a passion for hospitality. The position offers a competitive salary between R12,000 to R28,000 per month depending on experience.