Senior Chef & Front Of House Operations Couple

SUMMARY:
An ultra-luxury private game reserve in the Northern Cape is looking for a SENIOR CHEF & FRONT OF HOUSE COUPLE to join their small, close-knit team.

POSITION INFO:
This is a farm-to-table property built around privacy and quiet, personal service, so the ideal couple will be confident, hands-on, and genuinely happy to pitch in wherever needed between guest stays. Role 1 | Senior Chef Core Criteria: Well experienced, senior-level chef able to run the kitchen independently Confident with fine dining standards in an intimate, low-volume setting Strong understanding of farm-to-table cooking using seasonal, locally grown produce Comfortable working alone with minimal supervision Formal culinary qualification advantageous Candidate Responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and present all meals to a fine dining standard Work closely with the head farmer on garden and produce planning Assist in the vegetable gardens when needed Help with general maintenance tasks when needed Manage kitchen stock, ordering, and hygiene standards Role 2 | Front of House: Core Criteria: Previous front of house experience beneficial but not essential, training will be provided if required Warm, professional, and guest focused Willing to learn all aspects of the role Organised and reliable, comfortable supervising a small team Candidate Responsibilities: Manage guest check-ins and hosting Oversee restaurant service Supervise the housekeeping team and assist with housekeeping duties when there are no guests Support the chef and wider team wherever needed Package Offer: This is a live-in position No children or pets permitted Start date - Mid-September 2026