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?? Executive Chef | Luxury Game Reserve | Tanzania ?? ? Tanzania ? Live-in Position ? Salary: Negotiable depending on experience (DOE) ? 2-Year Fixed Term Contract Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an exceptional Executive Chef for a luxury game reserve in Tanzania. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled culinary professional with strong leadership abilities and a passion for delivering world-class guest dining experiences within a remote, high-end safari environment. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the culinary operation, ensuring outstanding food quality for both guests and staff, whilst driving innovation, consistency, and excellence across all kitchen offerings. ?️ Key Responsibilities • Overall responsibility for the standard and quality of all food products for guests and staff • Implement and maintain kitchen standards, including regular oversight of staff kitchen and canteen • Lead the development, training, and mentorship of kitchen staff to support continuous growth and promotion • Manage all kitchen administrative duties, including staff files, schedules, hygiene standards, and compliance • Design seasonal menus based on guest requirements and available produce • Ensure food presentation aligns with the lodge styling guide and brand identity • Elevate the overall food experience, including dishes and guest dining experiences • Maintain excellent stock control, ordering processes, and stock rotation systems • Ensure proactive maintenance and care of all kitchen equipment • Oversee and check all food leaving the kitchen before service • Engage with guests on arrival where possible, building relationships and recognising names • Maintain strong guest interaction, encourage feedback, and continuously improve the dining experience • Manage dietary requirements effectively for both guests and staff • Maintain strong communication with all chefs, HODs, lodge management, suppliers, and food teams • Foster discipline, fairness, and professionalism within the kitchen, acting as a role model ?? Qualifications & Experience • Formal culinary qualification is essential • Minimum of 2 years’ management experience, ideally within a 5-star hospitality environment • Proven ability to perform under pressure with exceptional attention to detail • Strong guest focus with a positive, proactive attitude • Excellent team player with a willingness to learn and develop ⭐ Key Skills Required • Strong leadership and team management abilities • Ability to motivate and develop a high-performing kitchen team • Creative thinking with the ability to innovate within a structured environment • Solid understanding of hospitality operations including butler service, housekeeping, and laundry coordination • Computer literacy and administrative competence ? Personal Attributes • Passion for creating exceptional guest dining experiences • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Organised, disciplined, and self-motivated approach to work • Bright, energetic, and enthusiastic personality • Professional, smart, and presentable appearance • Willingness to share knowledge, teach, and inspire others This role requires a dedicated culinary professional who thrives in a remote luxury environment and is committed to delivering exceptional standards consistently.
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