Bushwise

Head Chef Hluhluwe

Bushwise  •  South Africa (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description


HEAD CHEF | Luxury Safari Lodge


Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal


Are you a passionate and creative
Head Chef
with a flair for luxury hospitality? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the kitchen team at a prestigious safari lodge (2 kitchens), delivering exceptional culinary experiences in one of South Africa's most spectacular wildlife destinations.


The Role:


Lead daily kitchen operations across multiple sections

Train, mentor and inspire the kitchen brigade

Manage stock control, ordering and food quality

Deliver outstanding culinary experiences for discerning guests

Maintain the highest hygiene and food safety standards

Engage with guests to ensure memorable dining experiences

Location:
Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal

Position:
Permanent

Salary:
Market Related

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Every application received will be carefully considered against the requirements of the role. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted. If you have not heard from us within
two (2) weeks
of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your skills and experience.


Requirements


Previous Head Chef or Senior Chef experience in a luxury lodge or 5-star hospitality environment

Strong kitchen management, administration and people management skills

Passion for mentoring and developing kitchen teams

Excellent knowledge of food presentation, hygiene and stock control

Experience managing special dietary requirements

Creative, innovative and guest-focused approach to cuisine

Valid Code 8 driver's licence

Previous luxury safari lodge experience advantageous


Benefits


Live-in with meals on duty

50% medical aid

Provident fund
Bushwise

About Bushwise

Your wild career starts OUT HERE!

At Bushwise, we offer professional safari, wildlife, and conservation courses designed to turn your passion for the wild into a thriving career.

We provide world-class training, real-world experience and 360-degree recruitment support to ensure you land your dream job!

🐾 97% employment rate

🐾 Only Bushwise trains to NQF4

🐾 Employment guarantee

🐾 Exclusive IFGA Southern Africa provider

🐾 Award-winning trainers

🐾 Trusted for 20+ years

*Bushwise Foundation Grants are available to cover up to 40% of course fees.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Hoedspruit, ZA
Year Founded
2006
Website
bushwise.co.za
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