South Africa: Executive Chef – Luxury Property Group – Namibia | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Executive Chef – Luxury Property Group | Namibia Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience | Live-In Location: Remote Namibia Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a highly experienced and passionate Executive Chef for a luxury property group based in remote Namibia. This role is suited to a senior-level culinary professional who is confident working independently, has strong leadership abilities, and brings extensive knowledge of high-end hospitality in remote African locations. Key Responsibilities: Operational & Administrative Management Oversee kitchen operations across the property, ensuring all food and service standards are upheld Manage cost controls, procurement, and logistics in a remote environment Maintain hygiene, food safety, and HACCP compliance at all times Prepare kitchen rosters, maintain personnel records, and conduct regular stock takes Compile monthly reports and submit to senior leadership Menu Planning & Food Execution Plan and execute a rotational menu according to brand standards Develop innovative menus in line with international culinary trends Maintain accurate recipe costings and manage kitchen budgets Ensure quality control for all food served, including bush banquets and in-room dining Monitor and evaluate guest feedback to achieve food satisfaction targets consistently above 96% Team Development & Staff Training Lead by example in maintaining discipline, professionalism, and high culinary standards Train, develop and mentor kitchen staff at all levels Foster a productive, guest-focused kitchen team Ensure all staff are skilled, trained in hygiene, and up to date with lodge developments Guest Interaction & Experience Engage personally with guests to understand and accommodate dietary preferences Create memorable culinary moments through interactive dining, themed evenings, and bush banqueting Invite feedback and maintain high levels of guest satisfaction throughout their stay Skills & Attributes Required: Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written); basic Setswana an advantage Highly organised, proactive, and creative with lateral thinking abilities Passionate about food and hospitality, with a strong understanding of remote lodge operations Driven, ethical, and committed to service excellence Computer literate and confident in kitchen management software Qualifications & Experience: Formal culinary qualification (degree or diploma from a recognised institution) Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar Executive Chef role within 5-star properties Strong background in food cost control, kitchen systems, and guest experience enhancement Prior experience working in remote African settings preferred Namibian citizenship or existing work authorisation for Namibia will be an advantage