HEAD CHEF

Location: Komatipoort, Mpumalanga

Position Type: Full-Time | Live-Out Position

Start Date: ASAP

My Client is looking for a strong, experienced, and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our newly developed fire-focused restaurant overlooking the Crocodile River on the border of the Kruger National Park.

This is a unique opportunity for a chef who is passionate about:

• Live-fire cooking


• Modern South African cuisine


• Lodge and destination dining


• Team leadership and kitchen systems


• Creating memorable guest experiences in a luxury bush environment

ABOUT THE RESTAURANT

The Restaurant  is a premium bush dining experience focused on:

• Fire-driven cooking techniques


• Elevated South African flavours


• Seasonal produce


• Open-fire and charcoal cooking


• High-quality plated service


• Boutique events and experiential dining


• The restaurant forms part of a growing hospitality operation with strong long-term potential.

HEAD CHEF

Location: Komatipoort, Mpumalanga

Position Type: Full-Time | Live-Out Position

Start Date: ASAP

My Client is looking for a strong, experienced, and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen of our newly developed fire-focused restaurant overlooking the Crocodile River on the border of the Kruger National Park.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full kitchen management and leadership


• Menu implementation and daily service execution


• Managing food quality, consistency, and presentation


• Staff training and kitchen discipline


• Stock control, ordering, and food cost management


• Maintaining hygiene and HACCP standards


• Managing prep systems, SOP implementation, and service flow


• Working closely with ownership and management on operational growth


• Assisting with menu development and seasonal changes


• Leading both à la carte and event/service operations

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong leadership ability


• Is calm under pressure


• Has excellent organisational skills


• Has experience in high-end restaurants, lodges, or luxury hospitality


• Understands modern plating and premium service standards


• Has experience with open-fire cooking or charcoal grilling


• Is hands-on and willing to build and mentor a team


• Has strong administrative and stock control abilities


• Is passionate about hospitality and guest experience