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Senior Sous Chef

Kendrick Recruitment

Job Location:

Nelspruit - South Africa

Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 21 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Senior Sous Chef - Private Game Reserve - Kruger National Park

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join a prestigious Private Game Reserve in the Kruger National Park. This live-in role offers an exciting opportunity for a top-tier culinary professional to support the Executive Chef in leading a dynamic kitchen team and delivering exceptional cuisine in a luxury safari setting.

Package & Benefits

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Live-in position with meals provided

Location: Kruger National Park

15 annual leave days per year

Growth potential within an established culinary team

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations and team management

Maintain high culinary standards and consistency in food preparation and presentation

Lead train and motivate junior kitchen staff to ensure strong team performance

Ensure strict hygiene and food safety standards are upheld at all times

Participate in menu development seasonal planning and sourcing of ingredients

Manage stock levels orders and kitchen inventory control

Oversee efficient service delivery across all meal periods

Step into the Executive Chef role when required and assist with kitchen administration

Minimum Requirements

Formal culinary qualification from a recognised institution

Minimum 5 years experience in a fine dining environment with at least 2 years in a senior role

Strong leadership and team coordination skills

Creative with a keen eye for detail and presentation

Excellent knowledge of food safety kitchen operations and modern cooking techniques

Ability to thrive under pressure in a high-paced kitchen environment

Passion for creating outstanding guest experiences

Required Skills:

experience

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About Company

Kendrick Recruitment

Kendrick Recruitment (KR) specialises in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries worldwide. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate. We pride ourselves on listening and under ... View more

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