Job description
A well-established safari operation in Namibia is seeking an enthusiastic and creative CHEF to deliver consistent, beautifully presented dishes and enhance the guest dining experience
The ideal candidate is a reliable cook with at least three years’ experience who follows recipes and standards closely, keeps a spotless kitchen, and works well in a close-knit camp team.
Core Criteria:
- Minimum three years’ experience as a chef
- Culinary certificate or Level 2 qualification advantageous
- Ability to read and follow recipes accurately
- Sound cooking skills and methods, with correct food preparation
- Able to cater for vegetarian and other special dietary requirements
- Able to follow simple instructions in English or Afrikaans
- Good interpersonal skills, relating well to colleagues and management
- Strong team player
Core Responsibilities:
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the required standard
- Ensure meals are ready on time and served at the correct temperature
- Use only the approved recipes provided
- Prepare snacks, cakes, and biscuits for the coffee table and for guides to take on game drives
- Keep all food preparation areas and equipment clean and hygienic before and after use
- Clean storerooms, ovens, and other cooking equipment
- Report maintenance issues, breakages, fire and health hazards, security risks, accidents, lost and found items, shortages, and any unusual events
- Carry out other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager