Head Chef

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB001610/DB

Date posted:

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Location:

Paterson, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Luxury 5* Game Reserve based close to Paterson is looking for a Head Chef.

POSITION INFO:
Duties: Rotate through the lodge kitchens regularly, implementing standards, new menus & dishes and conducting training as well as performing checks on hygiene standards, staff discipline and brigade health Attend management meetings, give feedback and provide recommendations to develop the department Plan annual leave, monthly leave cycle and working rosters for the all the chefs on the reserve in the most cost-effective manner to have minimal impact on the guest experience Maintain extreme high levels of hygiene standards in the kitchens Interviewing and employing the correct candidates for vacant positions Strive to improve on the standards of meals and presentation in all kitchens Act quickly and accordingly to resolve staff or food related issues that arises Work alongside chef brigade regularly to support kitchens during busy periods or to cover absences of senior staff Communicate with the Central Procurement on food orders, food quality and supplier issues Communicate constantly with Brigade Seniors for day-to-day support Requirements: Diploma from a culinary institution Minimum of 3 - 5 years in a similar position within a Luxury Game Reserve, Boutique hotel or Luxury Restaurant Work History with Leadership Role overseeing Multiple Kitchens and large Brigades Driver's License Computer literate and be able to work on Office suite Excellent understanding of Special Dietary Needs Possess excellent communication skills Supportive leadership style while maintaining discipline through performance-management tools Physically fit and a highly developed sense of taste and smell

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