Luxury Safari Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Kendrick Recruitment; Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join a luxury private game reserve in Hoedspruit. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional with a passion for fine dining, high standards and creating memorable guest experiences.

The successful candidate will support the Head Chef in overseeing the kitchen operation, maintaining exceptional food quality and ensuring smooth daily service within a luxury hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in luxury lodge or fine dining.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality food.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Knowledge of food costing, stock control and kitchen administration.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with kitchen management and daily operations.
• Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high standards.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes per culinary standards.
• Maintain portion control and food presentation.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development and seasonal changes.
• Monitor stock levels, food costs and wastage.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and health regulations are met.
• Train, mentor and motivate junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen environment.
• Assist with kitchen administration, ordering and stock control.

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join a luxury private game reserve in Hoedspruit. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional with a passion for fine dining, high standards and creating memorable guest experiences.

The successful candidate will support the Head Chef in overseeing the kitchen operation, maintaining exceptional food quality and ensuring smooth daily service within a luxury hospitality environment.