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Executive Chef - Luxury Safari Camp - Kenya Kendrick Recruitment is looking for an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at a luxury safari camp in Kenya. This live-in role is suited to an inspiring culinary leader who can create memorable guest dining experiences, develop a strong team and manage kitchen operations in a remote setting. Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience Accommodation: Live-in Key Responsibilities - Oversee daily kitchen operations and deliver consistently excellent meals for guests and staff. - Develop seasonal menus that reflect the camp’s style, local culture and available ingredients. - Use sustainable, locally sourced products where possible and manage food waste. - Maintain recipes, dish costing, portion control and food quality. - Oversee all dining experiences, including bush meals, picnics, game-drive snacks and special events. - Manage food costs, budgets, procurement, stock levels, inventory and monthly stocktakes. - Plan kitchen staffing, rosters, leave and schedules; maintain accurate records and reports. - Work with camp leadership and finance colleagues to maintain effective operational controls. - Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, storage, labelling and equipment maintenance. - Ensure dietary needs and allergies are accurately communicated and catered for. - Lead, train, coach and motivate the kitchen team, supporting performance and career development. - Engage with guests, invite feedback and resolve food-related concerns. - Work closely with other departments to deliver a seamless guest experience. Requirements - Recognised culinary degree or diploma. - At least five years’ relevant experience as an Executive Chef or in a comparable senior culinary leadership role. - Experience in a five-star luxury establishment; luxury lodge or remote hospitality experience is highly advantageous. - Proven ability to lead, train and develop a kitchen team. - Strong experience in menu development, food costing, procurement, stock control and kitchen administration. - Excellent culinary, food presentation and organisational skills. - Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles. - Familiarity with sustainable food practices, local sourcing and waste reduction. - Strong financial awareness, communication and problem-solving skills. - Excellent spoken and written English; computer literate. - Able to work independently and adapt to the demands of a remote safari environment. - Professional, proactive, guest-focused and committed to high service standards. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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