Executive Chef

Executive Chef Luxury Hotel Maun Botswana

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Chef for a luxury hotel based in Maun Botswana.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strong culinary leader to take full ownership of a recently revamped kitchen equipped with modern facilities and shape a high-performing culinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving food excellence operational efficiency menu innovation and team development within a busy luxury hospitality environment.

Location: Maun Botswana

Salary: R22000 R30000 DOE

Accommodation: Live-in

Chef couples welcome to apply

Package Includes

Entry Level Medical Aid Company covers 100% OR

Higher Level Medical Aid Company contributes 50%

Pension Contribution

Performance Bonus 50% paid before Christmas and the remaining 50% paid on 15 January

Bed nights / accommodation benefits

Role Overview

The Executive Chef will be responsible for leading and restructuring the entire kitchen operation ensuring high culinary standards efficient workflows and an exceptional guest dining experience. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both creativity and strong operational management.

The kitchen has recently been fully revamped with new equipment offering an excellent opportunity to implement systems structures and menus aligned with the Executive Chefs vision.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

Oversee all kitchen operations and culinary output

Design implement and refine menus aligned with luxury hotel standards

Ensure consistency quality and presentation across all dishes

Drive innovation while maintaining operational efficiency

Take full ownership of kitchen structure and systems

Team Management

Lead a kitchen brigade of approximately 15 staff including a Head Sous Chef Sous Chefs Cooks and Scullers

Restructure and organise the kitchen team as required

Train mentor and develop staff to improve skills and performance

Foster a positive disciplined and high-performance kitchen culture

Manage rostering staffing and performance standards

Operational Management

Oversee stock control ordering and food cost management

Ensure effective waste control and portioning systems

Maintain hygiene safety and HACCP compliance standards

Monitor kitchen efficiency and workflow improvements

Liaise with management regarding kitchen operations and costs

Guest Experience & Standards

Deliver a consistent luxury dining experience for all guests

Ensure dietary requirements and guest preferences are accommodated

Maintain high standards of plating timing and presentation

Continuously improve guest satisfaction through culinary excellence

Financial & Performance Management

Manage food costs and kitchen budgets effectively

Monitor supplier pricing and procurement standards

Contribute to revenue and performance targets where applicable

Support reporting on kitchen performance and efficiency

Requirements

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Head Chef within a luxury hotel or lodge environment

Strong leadership and kitchen management experience

Experience managing medium to large kitchen brigades

Strong understanding of food costing budgeting and stock control

Ability to restructure and build efficient kitchen systems

Excellent knowledge of modern and classical culinary techniques

Strong organisational and operational skills

Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume environment

Hands-on proactive and solution-driven approach

Personal Attributes

Strong leader with a clear culinary vision

Creative innovative and passionate about food

Calm and composed under pressure

Highly organised and detail-focused

Strong communicator and team builder

Firm but fair leadership style

Committed to excellence and continuous improvement

Working Environment

Luxury hotel kitchen environment with newly upgraded facilities

High-energy hands-on operational role

1 day off per week (usually Saturday or Sunday depending on occupancy)

Flexible and guest-driven working schedule

Dynamic hospitality environment requiring adaptability

Whats on Offer

Opportunity to lead and restructure a fully refurbished kitchen

Strong benefits package including medical aid pension and performance bonus

Supportive management structure with autonomy in kitchen design and implementation

Chef couple applications welcome

Competitive salary based on experience

To apply please send your CV

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.