13/10/2026
Head Chef.
5★ Game Lodge - Hoedspruit, Limpopo | 62 Suites.
Eagle’s Recruitment is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head Chef for an exclusive 5★ Game Lodge in Hoedspruit, featuring 62 luxury suites and a distinctive African safari dining experience.
The lodge offers an exceptional culinary journey, combining contemporary African cuisine with fine-dining standards, relaxed poolside lunches and traditional evening dining around the fire at the lodge's Boma.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall culinary operation of the lodge, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and service across all dining experiences.
We are looking for a creative and hands-on chef with a strong fine-dining and luxury 5★ hospitality background, who understands the unique requirements of a high-end safari lodge.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years' experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a luxury 5★ hotel, lodge or fine-dining establishment.
Strong fine-dining experience with an excellent understanding of contemporary cuisine and presentation.
Experience in African cuisine and an appreciation of traditional safari dining is highly advantageous.
Please Note - While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.All applications must include the following:A correct, recent and updated CV, including detailed employment dates with the month and year clearly stated.Written references from previous employers.Contactable references with correct contact details.Copies of tertiary educational qualifications and relevant certificates.A recent, professional and presentable profile photograph.
Salary package includes accommodation and company benefits.