Eastern Cape: Pastry Chef | Eastern Cape posted by J D Specialized Recruitment

is currently assisting an exclusive eco-luxury lodge in the Eastern Cape to recruit a passionate and hands-on Our client, an ultra-luxury safari lodge in the Eastern Cape, is building a fully off-the-grid, green kitchen from the ground up where fine dining meets sustainability, local culture, and conscious living. We are seeking a creative, Pastry Chef who thrives in a guest-focused, refined environment and embraces remote lodge life. The right person brings garden-to-table curiosity, strong food and wine awareness, and genuine ease with daily guest interaction. If shaping a modern, sense-of-place pastry program in a truly unique setting excites you, we would love to connect. : · Recognised culinary or pastry qualification · Proven Pastry Chef background of at least 5 years in fine dining, ultra-luxury lodges, or high-end boutique hotel · Up to date on global pastry trends and techniques · Strong hygiene discipline, equipment care, and kitchen safety know-how · Professional presentation, physical stamina, and uncompromising standards · Confident, warm communicator; comfortable engaging with guests daily · Solid admin skills including costings, ordering, menu planning, HR basics, tidy documentation · Creative menu development that champions sustainability and zero-waste principles · Eager to help build and maintain on-site gardens; integrate fresh produce daily · Aligned with a farm-to-table meets urban-refinement food philosophy · Stable career history with contactable references – R22k, live in ➡️ – Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. This position is only open to South African citizens. Thank you for your understanding.