JOB DESCRIPTION: Head ChefAREA: Sabi SandSalary: R12000 – R15000 NegotiableLive in / out: InBenefits: Medical and PensionClient: Exclusive 5 * LodgeRef: KVZ1604SHCStart Date: ASAP Employer Overview: Exclusive five star game lodge. Catering to discerning international guests as part of a close knit and dedicated team. Award winning, this lodge offers five star luxury, and an intimate bush lodge environment, and boasts an excellent track record. Purpose: A position exists for a mature person with certified qualifications to become part of the team in an up market Game Lodge. The successful candidate will be of strong, sound character, with creative enthusiasm and the ability to work as a leader and fit well within a team. This is an excellent opportunity for career development. Responsibilities: Supervision and training of the kitchen staff in line with the High StandardPreparation of food, in line with High Standards of ExcellenceEffective guest interaction to enhance guest satisfactionAdministration of orders to minimize shortages and wastage and effective stock controlEnsuring that the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen is of the highest standardCorrect use and maintenance of kitchen equipmentMaintaining fridges and stores to the highest hygiene and stock rotation standardsCommunication with kitchen and lodge front of house staff to ensure the smooth running of the department Skills: Solid backgroundAssertiveness, patience, and good organizational skillsUnderstanding of kitchen procedure and timing requirements and be able to plan accordinglyPassion for cheffing and kitchen-related dutiesGood communication skillsThe ability to implement and maintain health and hygiene proceduresThe ability to deal with constructive criticism and present healthy, innovative and modern dishesFormal training from a recognised chef training establishmentForward CV’s to: [email protected]Please ensure that you provide the following information with your application:Photograph – Head and shoulders picture, in low resolution format for our databaseStart and End dates for all previous employmentWritten references that you have availableCurrent contact telephone numbers and email addresses for all previous employers, for referencing purposes. Due to high volumes of CV’s received, should you not hear from us within seven working days of sending your application, please consider your application for this particular position unsuccessful. You are welcome to apply for any other positions that we may advertise in future.Please note that we are not able to accept any application if a valid work permit is not held.