🌍 Head Chef | Luxury Lodge | Kenya
Are you a passionate, up-and-coming South African Chef looking for an incredible opportunity abroad? A prestigious luxury lodge in Kenya is searching for a talented and dynamic Head Chef to take the helm of their kitchen, creating simple yet perfectly executed cuisine for discerning guests.
🔥 Why This Role?
Work in a breathtaking luxury lodge, catering to high-net-worth individuals.
Focus on quality over complexity—plated and silver service, no fussy fine dining.
Lead and develop a kitchen team, helping to train local chefs.
Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with structured time off and opportunities for travel.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
Culinary graduate with a few years of experience (lodge/safari experience is a plus but not essential).
A passion for simple, high-quality food, cooked to perfection.
Strong leadership & training skills to guide a team of local chefs.
Excellent kitchen admin skills, including stock control and ordering.
Cultural sensitivity & adaptability, with the ability to work well with Kenyan staff.
A strong yet diplomatic personality, able to cater to owners’ personal preferences.
📌 What’s on Offer:
Competitive USD salary (negotiable based on experience).
Fully furnished private cottage near management housing.
Kenyan work permit covered.
Annual leave & accrued time off aligned with the seasonal schedule.
Potential for contract extension beyond two years.
Travel opportunities to the lodge’s second property on the Kenyan coast.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise, leadership, and passion to this exclusive lodge, we’d love to hear from you!
