Hoedspruit: Head Chef – Luxury Lodge – Hoedspruit | Lvdw posted by HotelJobs

February 3, 2026 Jobs in Hoedspruit

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a stunning luxury river lodge in Hoedspruit. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a high-end hospitality environment and loves delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Full day-to-day management of kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef
Overseeing food preparation, presentation and final dish quality checks
Managing inventory, procurement, stock takes and invoice capturing
Ensuring health and safety standards, cleanliness and kitchen discipline
Supervising chefs, scullery and cleaning programmes
Managing rosters, maintenance prevention and equipment care
Handling guest feedback, dietary requirements and special requests
Ensuring smooth execution of A la carte, buffet and outdoor dining experiences

Requirements

Minimum 4 to 5 years experience in a similar Head Chef role
Strong background in A la carte service for up to 170 pax, including buffets and outdoor functions
Proven experience running multiple kitchen venues
Confident in administration, stock control and reporting

Qualifications

Minimum 4 to 5 years of culinary experience (no formal education mentioned)

Salary & Benefits

R29,000 CTC (DOE)

How to Apply

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