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Head Chef

Bushwise
Full-time
On-site
Zeerust, North -West, South Africa

We’re are seeking a new Head Chef / a strong Senior Sous Chef  for a property in the Madikwe Game Reserve, North West. <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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The Head chef will be able to head up the kitchen team and bring some new ideas and creativity into the food offerings at this Lodge<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations at the lodge, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and guest satisfaction. This role includes menu planning, staff management, cost control, and maintaining consistent culinary excellence aligned with the lodge’s brand and guest experience<\/span><\/span>.
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  • Culinary Operations
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  • Kitchen Management
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  • Food Safety & Hygiene
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  • Stock & Cost Control
    Collaboration & Guest Experience
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    Requirements<\/h3>

    Qualifications & Experience
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    • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, preferably in a lodge, hotel, or remote hospitality setting
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    • Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience
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    • Strong knowledge of international and local cuisines
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    • Experience managing kitchen teams and food budget​
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      Benefits<\/h3>

      R16 500 gross remuneration<\/span>
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      Provident fund
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      Staff pool gratuities
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      6/2 cycle with annual leave
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      Own room with en suite bathroom
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      Either meals from staff canteen or kitchen
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      Uniforms etc provided
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