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?️? Lead an Exceptional Culinary Experience in the Heart of Tanzania ??️ ? Executive Chef ? Tanzania ? Luxury Safari Lodge ? Salary: Negotiable DOE ? Live-In Position Kendrick Recruitment is currently hiring an Executive Chef for a luxury safari lodge in Tanzania. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and experienced culinary leader to take full responsibility for the lodge’s culinary operations, delivering outstanding dining experiences that complement a world-class safari journey. The successful candidate will oversee all kitchen operations, lead and develop the culinary team, drive menu innovation, maintain exceptional food quality standards, and ensure efficient cost control within a luxury hospitality environment. Requirements: ✔ Formal Culinary Qualification from a recognised institution ✔ Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Head Chef within luxury hospitality ✔ Previous experience in a luxury safari lodge, resort, or remote hospitality environment preferred ✔ Strong leadership and team development skills ✔ Excellent knowledge of international cuisine, fine dining, and modern culinary trends ✔ Proven experience in food cost control, budgeting, and stock management ✔ Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance standards ✔ Ability to perform under pressure in a remote operational environment ✔ Excellent organisational and administrative skills ✔ Passion for creating memorable guest dining experiences Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage all kitchen operations across the lodge • Develop innovative menus aligned with luxury hospitality standards and guest expectations • Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency across all meal services • Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards • Manage stock control, ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships • Monitor food costs, budgets, and kitchen profitability • Ensure strict compliance with hygiene, health, and food safety standards • Cater for special dietary requirements and personalised guest requests • Work closely with lodge management to enhance the overall guest experience • Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure efficient operational procedures • Conduct regular quality control checks and implement continuous improvements • Foster a positive, professional, and motivated kitchen culture Candidate Profile: • Inspirational culinary leader with a passion for excellence • Creative, innovative, and guest-focused • Hands-on management style with strong attention to detail • Calm and composed under pressure • Strong financial awareness and operational discipline • Excellent mentor and team builder • Passionate about luxury hospitality and creating unforgettable dining experiences Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back from us in 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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