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Executive Chef

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Job Description - Executive Chef


Executive Chef – Luxury Lodge | Hluhluwe, KZN

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Executive Chef to lead the kitchen operations at a prestigious luxury lodge in Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal. This live-in role is perfect for a creative culinary professional with a passion for delivering world-class food experiences in a high-end bush hospitality setting.



Salary: Negotiable DOE



Accommodation: Live-in



Key Responsibilities:



• Maintain the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness



• Train, mentor, and guide all chefs while implementing kitchen standards



• Ensure correct cleaning chemicals and sufficient supplies are always in stock



• Plan and execute a 7-day menu according to the Food Styling Guide



• Monitor presentation, quality, and freshness of all meals and platters



• Keep up-to-date with culinary trends and guest preferences



• Lead creative bush banqueting experiences according to the Food Styling Guide



• Proactive maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities



• Maintain effective communication with all chefs, camp managers, HODs, lodge management, and suppliers



• Monitor stock control, rotation, and storeroom organization



• Manage food orders, fridges, deep freezers, and leftover processes



• Ensure all vehicles and containers transporting food are spotless



• Maintain checklists for all items going to camps



• Supervise and check buffets, dinners, breakfasts, and meals at each camp at least three times per week



• Restrict kitchen traffic to essential personnel only



• Keep all fridges, refrigerators, and storerooms secure



• Cost all menus and ensure adherence to COS; provide explanations and corrective actions for any overs



• Implement and enforce all health protocols, including COVID measures



• Ensure snacks for game drives, bush banquets, drink stops, and picnics meet quality standards



• Organize canteens efficiently



• Engage positively with guests and fellow chefs, encourage feedback, and share culinary ideas



• Be a role model for discipline, fair treatment, and professionalism



• Be aware of and manage special dietary requirements for guests



Skills Required:



• Strong communication skills with guests and staff



• Exceptional standard of culinary work



• Excellent organisational and planning abilities



• Lateral thinking and initiative



• Commitment to world-class hospitality and service standards



• Honest, proactive, integrity-driven, and career-oriented



Knowledge Required:



• Hospitality and food service operations



• Environmental and community awareness



• Country and local knowledge



• Company knowledge relevant to lodge operations



• Valid unendorsed South African driver’s license



Previous Experience:



• Minimum of 3+ years relevant experience in high-end hospitality



• Experience managing kitchen staff and guest-facing culinary operations



• Passion for creating exceptional food experiences

If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.







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