Senior Chef De Partie | Ls

Senior Chef de Partie | Private Game Reserve | Limpopo

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a versatile and experienced Senior Chef de Partie to join a prestige lodge in a private game reserve. This dynamic role requires a true culinary all‑rounder, capable of working across hot kitchen, cold kitchen, and pastry sections, while also serving as relief chef at the reserve’s exclusive‑use private villa.

Package & Benefits

• Salary: R10,500 per month
• Location: Limpopo
• Live‑in accommodation provided
• Rotation: 6 weeks on duty / 2 weeks off
• Medical aid contribution
• Pension fund contribution
• Meals provided while on duty
• Uniform provided
• Start date: As soon as possible

Key Responsibilities

• Work confidently across hot kitchen, cold kitchen, and pastry sections
• Provide relief and operational support wherever required
• Prepare and present food for breakfast, lunch, high tea, dinners, boma evenings, bush dinners, and special events
• Ensure consistency in flavour, presentation, portion size, and quality
• Act as relief chef, managing villa operations independently when required
• Liaise with villa hosts and service teams regarding menus, dietary requirements, and guest preferences
• Supervise; train, and mentor junior chefs and kitchen assistants
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and menu development
• Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and operational standards

Minimum Requirements

• Recognised professional culinary qualification
• 3–5 years’ professional kitchen experience
• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie
• Proven all‑rounder experience across hot kitchen, cold kitchen, and pastry
• Five‑star lodge, hotel, resort, or fine‑dining background strongly preferred
• Experience in game lodge, private villa, or remote hospitality advantageous
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, pastry production, and modern presentation
• Ability to work independently and manage villa culinary operations
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, stock control, and portion control
• Valid South African ID or work authorisation
• Contactable professional references
• Driver’s licence advantageous

Ideal Candidate

A genuinely versatile culinary professional, passionate about food and five‑star hospitality, flexible in adapting to operational needs, and confident working independently in a remote lodge environment.

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