South Africa: Head Chef & Kitchen Manager – Luxury Lodge – Bahamas | Ah posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Head Chef & Kitchen Manager – Luxury Lodge | Bahamas Live-in | Return flights included 10-Month Fixed-Term Contract (1 October – 30 July) Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and disciplined Head Chef & Kitchen Manager for a luxury fly-fishing lodge in the Bahamas. This is a hands-on leadership role where your personal culinary execution, consistency, and judgement are central to delivering an exceptional guest dining experience. You will personally execute a minimum of five dinner services per week, supported by service staff and a sculler, while two local chefs manage breakfast and lunch services. Contract & Package • 10-month fixed-term contract • end-of-season performance bonus • Six weeks’ paid leave • Six days on, one day off (operationally dependent) • On-site accommodation and meals provided • Return economy flight included • Use of company vehicle (subject to availability) Key Responsibilities Culinary Execution • Personally cook and lead dinner service at least five nights per week • Design and execute menus aligned with guest expectations • Maintain exceptional quality, presentation, and consistency • Coordinate closely with service staff during dinner service Operational Oversight • Supervise local chefs handling breakfast and lunch • Uphold strict hygiene, safety, and kitchen standards • Train and support kitchen team members Procurement & Financial Management • Procure food and supplies within budget • Manage stock control and supplier relationships • Submit invoices and manage payment processes • Maintain disciplined food cost control aligned to budget and bed-night metrics Capital Expenditure & Strategy • Contribute to annual CAPEX planning for kitchen equipment • Submit equipment and improvement requests during review cycles Measures of Success • Outstanding guest satisfaction • Consistent execution under pressure • Strong cost management • Professional, calm leadership throughout the season • Positive and motivated kitchen environment This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented Head Chef seeking a remote luxury lodge environment where personal culinary excellence and operational discipline are at the heart of the role.