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Senior ChefBushwise • Ladismith, Western Cape, South Africa
Senior Chef

Senior Chef

Bushwise • Ladismith, Western Cape, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Overview :

A luxury game lodge is seeking a talented and passionate Senior Chef to lead its culinary team. The role requires an individual with creativity leadership and a proven ability to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a hospitality or lodge environment.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen ensuring high standards of food quality presentation and consistency.
  • Develop and execute innovative menus that highlight fresh locally sourced ingredients.
  • Maintain strict hygiene safety and stock control standards.
  • Manage train and mentor junior kitchen staff fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Collaborate closely with lodge management to create memorable dining experiences for guests.
  • Ensure efficient kitchen operations and cost controls including stock ordering and waste management.

Requirements

Requirements :

  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior culinary role within a lodge luxury hotel or fine-dining environment.
  • Experience working under or alongside a leading or recognised chef with proven exposure to modern culinary techniques and high standards.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse kitchen team.
  • Knowledge of food safety hygiene regulations and stock control systems.
  • Creative flair excellent plating and presentation skills and a passion for culinary innovation.
  • Ability to thrive in a remote lodge environment delivering consistently under pressure.
  • Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications.
  • Requirements : Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior culinary role within a lodge, luxury hotel, or fine-dining environment. Experience working under or alongside a leading or recognised chef, with proven exposure to modern culinary techniques and high standards. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse kitchen team. Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and stock control systems. Creative flair, excellent plating and presentation skills, and a passion for culinary innovation. Ability to thrive in a remote lodge environment, delivering consistently under pressure. Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications.

    Key Skills

    Abinitio,Cooking,Consumer Durables,Interior Fit-Out,IT System Administration,ITI

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 35000 - 35000

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