Senior Head Chef – Luxury Game Reserve – Eastern Cape South Africa
Job Description
The Senior Head Chef will provide strategic leadership across the reserve's culinary operations, setting and executing food philosophies that highlight seasonal, local produce.
This role requires someone with executive-level kitchen management experience, able to balance creativity with cost control and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities include developing menus, maintaining standards across properties, mentoring Head Chefs and Sous Chefs, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The Senior Head Chef will oversee hiring, training, payroll, and rostering of the entire kitchen brigade while representing the culinary team in executive management meetings.
The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader with strong business acumen, able to balance innovation with structure. A track record of excellence in fine dining, lodge, or hotel kitchens is essential.
Compensation:
Salary:
R20,000 - R24,000 + R780 food allowanceWork cycle:
6 weeks on, 2 weeks offAccommodation and meals provided
10+ years' experience in professional kitchens, with proven success in senior chef roles
Strong leadership and mentoring skills
Degree/diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent
Exceptional knowledge of kitchen management, costing, and modern food trends
Experience with POS, Sage, and kitchen management systems
Valid health & safety credentials
More than 10 Years
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1527403
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationEastern Cape, EC, ZA, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned