Job Description

The lodge offers individually plated meals, refined dining experiences, and traditional boma dinners under the stars. This role requires a versatile chef who can balance good dining presentation with warm, personalised service.
Candidate Responsibilities:

• Design seasonal menus with attention to guest preferences, dietary requirements, and locally available ingredients.
• Deliver plated meals of a fine-dining standard for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Conceptualise and execute traditional boma dinners and special occasion menus.
• Prepare all meals to consistently high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
• Create bespoke dining experiences for special requests (e.g., private dinners, celebrations).
• Incorporate creativity and flair while maintaining an authentic safari-lodge dining feel.
• Manage procurement, ordering, and supplier relationships.
• Oversee stock rotation, storage, and usage to minimise wastage and ensure cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of stock levels and kitchen expenditures.
• Ensure the kitchen operates at the highest hygiene and HACCP/food safety standards.
• Maintain daily cleaning schedules and oversee compliance by kitchen staff.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Collaborate closely with lodge management and service staff to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Work effectively in a remote lodge environment with limited resources and logistical challenges.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a Senior Chef or similar role in luxury lodges, boutique hotels, or fine dining restaurants.
• Strong skills in menu planning, plating, bakery, and boma-style cooking.
• Passion for guest interaction and delivering personalised dining experiences.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong cost control and stock management abilities.
• Ability to work in a remote environment and adapt to challenges.
• Relevant culinary qualification preferred.