Permanent
Africa, Tanzania
Posted 12 hours ago
Executive Chef – Tanzania
We are seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to oversee and elevate the culinary operations of a prestigious 5-star property in Tanzania. This role demands a visionary leader with proven expertise in luxury hospitality and the ability to manage large-scale kitchen operations with precision and creativity.
✨ Key Responsibilities
- Menu design: Create innovative, world-class menus tailored to diverse clientele, balancing creativity with consistency.
- Costing: Implement accurate food costing systems to ensure profitability while maintaining exceptional quality.
- Training: Develop and deliver training programs to inspire, mentor, and upskill a large team of chefs and kitchen staff.
- Staff management: Lead and manage a sizeable staff complement, ensuring smooth operations, adherence to standards, and a collaborative work environment.
- Uphold the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance with international culinary regulations.
- Collaborate with senior management to align culinary offerings with the property’s brand and guest expectations.
🌟 Candidate Profile
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior culinary leadership role.
- Proven background in 5-star bush lodge or luxury hotel environments.
- Formal culinary qualifications from a recognised institution.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining creativity and excellence.
- Passion for food innovation, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
💰 Compensation
- Net salary: $3,000 per month
- Accommodation and benefits included as part of the package.
📍 Location
Based in Tanzania, offering a unique opportunity to work in a world-class hospitality environment surrounded by natural beauty.
To apply please email your full updated cv with contactable references, copies of formal qualifications, a professional head and shoulders photo, as well as food portfolio to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za