I am now in search of an Exec Chef for this 5 star luxury Game Lodge in KZN KEY OUTPUTS:Kitchen Hygiene standards setResponsible for training chefs & implementing kitchen standardsCorrect chemicals and sufficient cleaning materials to be in stock at all times7 day Menu set according to Food Styling Guide and approved by the companyPresentation as discussed and according to Styling GuideCreative Bush Banqueting according to Food Styling GuideProactive MaintenanceGood communications with: All chefs; All camp managers; HOD’s, Lodge Manager and suppliersGood stock controls and stock rotationGood administration and personnel files to be kept according to Lodge Manager’s requirements.Responsible for all food orders, storerooms and fridge and deepfreezesLeft-over management: left-overs to be discussed and processed every dayVehicles and containers transporting food to camps to be spotlessChecklists of all items going to camps in placeAll food going out to guests at any time to be checked by chefChef to check buffets/dinner/breakfasts etc. at each camp at least 3 times per weekMinimal traffic through kitchen: kitchen staff, Exec chef and Lodge manager to enter through kitchenAll fridges and refrigerators and storerooms to be kept locked or keys to be left with an accountable Chef.All meals and platters to be put out at last minute – fresh, fresh, fresh!Quality and quantity of snacks to game drives to be checkedBush banqueting, drink stops, picnics etc. to have checklistsCanteens organisedGood interaction with Guests, and other company Chefs: Invite feedback, exchange ideas; be suggestion-friendly; share experienceGood discipline and fair treatment: Exec Chef to be a Role ModelBe aware of & make your chefs aware of special dietary needs GuestsSKILLS REQUIRED:Communication skills - with guests and fellow staff membersStandard of your work must exceed the standard of the lodgeGood organisational abilityLateral thinking abilityInitiativeMust adhere to World Class Hospitality and Service StandardsHonest, have good integrity, proactive and driven person who has career ambitionsKNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:HospitalityEnvironmentThe surrounding communitiesThe countryCompany KnowledgeValid unendorsed SA driver’s license essentialPREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Experience in the service industry especially in dealing with guests and staffAt least 3+ years relevant experiencePassion for creating fabulous foodThe successful candidate should have an immense passion for food, people and service !!!! An enquiring mind, be methodical, pay attention to detail, be creative, show perseverance and patience, ability to work under pressure, have high energy levels, be flexible, have the ability to overcome obstacles and persist with the task at hand, be decisive and adaptable. If you have the knowledge, skills and required experience, if this sounds like a challenge you are ready for and you are able to live in a remote location l would love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV with a recent face photograph, details of three contactable references and a letter motivating your application.