Head Chef | Malewane Lodge

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A truly exciting opportunity exists at Malewane Lodge - as the property undergoes a six-month re-imagination between January and June, we are looking for a passionate and creative Head Chef to drive an exceptional, innovative dining experience for our guests. The Head Chef will work alongside our Owners and the lodge Management team to redefine the food philosophy, ready for our grand re-opening. 

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and develop the dining concept and food philosophy
• Menu development, recipes, presentation guides, costings, etc. 
• Guest Satisfaction – ensure consistently high level of positive customer reviews/ comments
• Overall management of the Kitchen Department operations, budgets and targets – ensure cost and wastage targets are met, if not exceeded and health & safety audits are always passed
• Uphold all Kitchen systems, standards, hygiene and service to the highest level
• Implementation and training on menus, presentation and standards on an ongoing basis
• Manage all Kitchen staff daily in terms of work allocation, performance, standards, disciplinaries, rosters, leave, skills development and training
• Be a confident delegator, an excellent leader and coach
• Must understand and live the Purpose & Values statement of The Royal Portfolio

REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

• Tertiary qualification from a recognised, accredited Chef School
• At least 3 years’ previous experience as Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef required
• Experience in a 5* Hotel or Safari Lodge kitchen essential
• Computer literate, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams
• Knowledge of HACCP, Hygiene, Health & Safety standards and best practices
• International travel a distinct advantage
• Awareness of international food trends

It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.
South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.
It is a requirement of the Thornybush Nature Reserve is that all staff undergo a pre-employment polygraph test.