South Africa: Executive Chef – Luxury Safari Camp – Zambia | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Executive Chef | Luxury Safari Camp | Zambia Kendrick Recruitment is recruiting for a talented and experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations at a luxury safari camp in Zambia. This live-in role is ideal for a hands-on chef with strong bush experience and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences in a remote luxury setting. Location Zambia Property Type Luxury safari camp Salary Negotiable depending on experience Live-in position Key Responsibilities Oversee all kitchen operations and food preparation within the safari camp Design and deliver creative, high-quality menus suited to a luxury safari environment Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency Manage, train, and mentor kitchen staff Control food costs, stock levels, ordering, and wastage Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, health, and safety standards Accommodate guest dietary requirements and preferences with professionalism Candidate Requirements Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef within a luxury lodge or safari camp Strong bush experience is essential Excellent culinary skills with a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients Strong leadership, organisation, and time management abilities Ability to work effectively in a remote bush environment Flexible, creative, and guest-focused approach This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished chef to take ownership of a premium kitchen in an iconic safari destination.