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🥝 Head Chef

Wild Dreams Hospitality | Waterberg District Municipality, South Africa | Posted June 21, 2026

Job Description

A beautiful safari lodge is seeking an experienced and hands-on HEAD CHEF to oversee all kitchen operations.

Reporting to the Executive Chef in a high-end 5-star setting, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing a large kitchen brigade across multiple dining venues while ensuring exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, hygiene standards, and guest satisfaction at all times.

Candidate Responsibilities:


  • Oversee the daily preparation, cooking, and presentation of all food items in line with 5-star lodge standards

  • Ensure consistently high levels of food quality, presentation, and service delivery

  • Manage all kitchen operations across multiple kitchens and dining venues

  • Oversee buffet and à la carte service, including live cooking stations and guest interaction

  • Plan menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef

  • Conduct purchasing, stock ordering, stock receiving, and...

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