Executive Chef: Newly Designed Premium Eco Lodge (Addo National Park Region)

Our esteemed Client focuses on providing an authentic, luxurious, and transformative African wilderness experience with a strong emphasis on conservation, wellness, and community involvement. It will offer curated accommodations, guided safaris, wellness rituals, and gourmet dining, all designed to minimize environmental impact.

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate chef to build a fully sustainable, off-the-grid kitchen from the ground up—where fine dining meets conscious living. The ideal candidate will bring experience from ultra-luxury lodges or high-end boutique hotels, with strong leadership, creativity, and a deep respect for local culture and the environment. Daily guest interaction, food and wine pairing expertise, and a passion for zero-waste cooking are essential. If you’re ready to create a truly authentic and elevated dining experience rooted in sustainability, we’d love to hear from you.

 POSITION REQUIREMENTS, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant culinary degree or diploma in culinary arts
• Proven experience as Executive Chef in ultra-luxury lodges or high-end boutique hotels
• Articulate and engaging, with the confidence to interact with guests daily and create a personalised dining experience.
• Strong administrative, cost control, and kitchen management skills
• Expertise in food and wine pairing (non-negotiable)
• Creative fine dining style with a focus on sustainability and zero-waste principles
• Confident in guest interaction, personalising menus based on preferences and dietary needs
• Lead all kitchen operations: planning, production, costing, stock, scheduling, and compliance
• Mentor and develop a young, local kitchen team with a focus on skills upliftment
• Collaborate closely with FOH for seamless food and wine experiences
• Establish and cultivate on-site gardens, from the ground up, integrating their produce into daily menus and kitchen operations.
• Drive an innovative “farm-to-table meets urban refinement” culinary philosophy
• This is a live-in position

POSITION LINK: https://pmrecruitment.co.za/jobs/executive-chef-newly-designed-premium-eco-lodge-addo-national-park-region/

Email your CV and Motivation to Zelda: info@pmrecruitment.co.za