Senior Chef

SUMMARY:
A luxury safari camp in Namibia is seeking an experienced SENIOR CHEF to strengthen its kitchen and help deliver a memorable dining experience for every guest.

POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate is a hands-on chef with solid senior kitchen experience, who can guide and train a team while keeping food quality, costs, and hygiene standards on track in a remote bush setting. Core Criteria: Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts and\/or Hospitality Management Excellent culinary skills and sound knowledge of food preparation methods Experience preparing vegetarian and special dietary meals Strong leadership, coaching, and training ability Knowledge of health and safety regulations Computer literate Good interpersonal and communication skills Able to work well within a team Valid Food Handling Certificate and First Aid Certificate (advantageous) Core Responsibilities: Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation Ensure all dishes are prepared to set recipes and company standards Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and service Monitor portion control and food costs to keep waste to a minimum Train and mentor kitchen staff in preparation techniques and the food philosophy Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations Conduct regular hygiene audits and keep kitchens, fridges, and storerooms clean and organised Assist with stock control, stock takes, and food ordering Work closely with the Food and Beverage team to continually improve the guest dining experience Basic salary: market related Live in position Open to Namibian nationals