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Executive Chef | Luxury Property Group | Serengeti, Tanzania Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Executive Chef to join an exclusive luxury property group in the Serengeti, Tanzania. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate culinary professional with a strong luxury hospitality background to lead a high-end kitchen operation in one of Africa's most sought-after safari destinations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining exceptional culinary standards, developing innovative menus and leading a professional kitchen team. ? Package & Benefits Salary: Negotiable for the right candidate ? Location: Serengeti, Tanzania ? Live-in accommodation ?? Key Responsibilities Oversee all culinary operations and ensure consistently exceptional food quality and presentation. Lead; manage and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a professional and positive working environment. Develop creative, seasonal and diverse menus suitable for an international luxury guest profile. Ensure all meals are prepared and presented to the highest standards. Cater for special dietary requirements, allergies and individual guest preferences. Monitor food quality, consistency, portion control and presentation. Manage food purchasing, stock levels and kitchen inventory. Monitor food costs and minimise wastage while maintaining luxury standards. Ensure strict food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards are maintained. Train; mentor and develop kitchen team members. Manage kitchen staffing levels and ensure efficient allocation of duties. Work closely with management and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless dining experiences. Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment. Keep up to date with culinary trends and introduce innovative concepts where appropriate. Ensure all kitchen administration, stock control and ordering procedures are followed. Remain hands-on and actively involved in food preparation and service when required. ? Requirements Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef or equivalent senior culinary position. Strong experience within a luxury hotel, lodge, safari camp or high-end hospitality environment. Previous experience working in Africa or within a remote safari environment will be advantageous. Excellent culinary and menu-development skills. Strong knowledge of international cuisine and luxury guest expectations. Proven experience managing and developing a professional kitchen team. Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards. Experience catering for special dietary requirements and allergies. Strong food-costing, stock-control and procurement knowledge. Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure. A professional, hands-on and adaptable approach to kitchen management. ? Key Attributes The ideal candidate will be: Passionate about food and culinary excellence. A confident and inspiring leader. Creative and innovative with a strong eye for presentation. Highly organised and detail-oriented. Commercially aware with a strong understanding of food costs. Calm and composed in a demanding operational environment. Adaptable and comfortable living and working in a remote safari location. Committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Professional; energetic and hands-on. ? Working Environment This is a live-in position in the Serengeti, and the successful candidate must be comfortable with the unique operational demands of a remote luxury safari environment. This role will suit a chef who thrives on creating memorable dining experiences, developing a strong culinary team and maintaining exceptional standards in a dynamic and remote setting. Please note that only candidates meeting the above requirements will be considered. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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