Job Summary
Sous Chef | Luxury Safari Lodge | North West Salary: R13,000 | Live-in Position Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef for a luxury safari lodge based in the North West province. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated culinary professional to work alongside a dynamic kitchen team, delivering exceptional dining experiences in a unique safari setting. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene are consistently maintained. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations • Prepare and present high-quality dishes in line with lodge standards • Support menu planning and contribute creative ideas • Supervise and train junior kitchen staff • Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, health, and food safety standards • Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen administration • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen at all times • Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Head Chef Requirements: • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie within a luxury lodge or similar environment • Passion for culinary excellence and attention to detail • Strong leadership and team support skills • Good organisational and time management abilities • Ability to work efficiently under pressure • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards • A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow • Ability to work in a remote lodge environment What is Offered: • Salary of R13,000 with live-in accommodation • 7% company contribution to provident fund (effective from the fourth month) • Medical aid subsidy of 50%, capped at R1,800 per month (effective from the fourth month) • Accommodation, utilities, and high-speed Wi-Fi included • Three meals per day on a balanced, rotating staff menu • Access to staff recreation facilities, including a pool, games room, and fully equipped gym • Covered parking for personal vehicles • Shuttle transport between staff village and lodge, as well as weekly transfers from Madikwe Game Reserve gates • 21/7 work cycle with 21 days annual leave per year • Uniform provided and laundered by the lodge • Gratuities may apply depending on the role Suitable candidates are invited to submit their CV to apply for this opportunity.