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Pastry Head Chef - World-Renowned Luxury Safari Lodge - Tanzania | Sl
HotelJobs Saturday, 07 November 2026Job Summary
Pastry Head Chef - World-Renowned Luxury Safari Lodge - Tanzania ? New Role Kendrick Recruitment is searching for an experienced and talented Pastry Head Chef for one of Africa’s most celebrated and globally awarded luxury safari companies, with a flagship operation in the western Serengeti region of Tanzania - one of the most iconic wildlife destinations on the continent. This is a senior pastry leadership role - responsible for the full management of the pastry section, delivering a world-class guest experience, driving menu development and leading the team in line with the highest culinary standards. Please note: This is an international live-in position based in Tanzania. Candidates must hold Tanzanian citizenship, permanent residency or a valid Tanzanian work permit. Candidates without existing work authorisation for Tanzania must hold the relevant qualifications and experience to successfully apply for a Tanzanian work permit. The employer will support the work permit process for the right candidate. Minimum Requirements: 3-year formal Chef qualification or minimum 4 years’ experience in a comparable Pastry Head Chef role - essential Strong; proven pastry background across breads, croissants, Danish pastries, ice-creams, sorbets, cakes, biscuits and desserts - essential Ability to calculate food costs and work within a kitchen budget Good computer literacy Strong understanding of kitchen procedure, timing and planning Wide food knowledge with the ability to design menus Awareness of dietary requirements and allergen management Proven ability to train, manage and develop kitchen staff Clear understanding of labour law and disciplinary procedures Full HACCP, hygiene and food safety compliance Knowledge of safety procedures and firefighting equipment Excellent communication skills Professional personal hygiene and grooming Physical stamina Valid working visa or Tanzanian nationality - essential Stable work history with contactable references Key Responsibilities: ? Pastry Leadership & Production Manage the full day-to-day operation of the pastry kitchen to the highest standard Prepare all pastry items including breads, croissants, Danish pastries, ice-creams, sorbets, cakes, biscuits and desserts Ensure the ultimate food experience for guests in line with the lodge’s food concept Design and implement new menu concepts and food ideas Engage effectively with guests to enhance the dining experience Supervise the quality of all food produced and served in a hygienic manner ? Financial & Stock Management Run the kitchen in a cost-effective manner within an agreed budget Manage food strategically to reduce waste through portion control and stock rotation Administer orders to minimise shortages and wastage Monitor quality and care of all equipment and products; minimise breakage ? Team & Succession Train; develop and manage kitchen staff Identify opportunities for staff growth and contribute to succession planning Ensure effective shift handovers on arrival and departure Communicate with departmental teams to ensure guest needs are met ?️ Health; Safety & Sustainability Implement and maintain Health and Safety procedures and kitchen cleanliness standards Identify and eliminate potential workplace risks Contribute to the lodge’s sustainability and green operations Actively support the lodge’s conservation message and purpose Package: Market-related salary Live-in: Accommodation and meals provided Standard group benefits included Should you feel you are the right fit for this role and meet the Tanzanian work authorisation requirements, please apply with your updated CV, a pastry portfolio, contactable references and a recent head and shoulders photo ASAP! ? Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
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