Assistant Chef – Luxury Safari Lodge

1 week ago


Hoedspruit Limpopo, South Africa HOSPITALITY JOBS AFRICA Full time R60 000 - R960 000 per year

The Assistant Chef will assist with daily preparation, cooking, plating, and kitchen operations. This includes maintaining hygiene standards, supporting menu execution, and ensuring smooth service during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation and cooking for daily menus

Follow recipes and plating standards

Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene practices

Support stock rotation and storage procedures

Assist with baking, cold prep, hot kitchen tasks

Uphold presentation and quality standards

Work closely with the Senior Chef and lodge team

Start: ± 25 January 2026

Salary & Benefits

R5 000 – R8 000

Live-in accommodation

Three meals per day

Excellent career development opportunity

1–2 years culinary or hospitality kitchen experience

Strong passion for cooking and learning

Ability to follow instructions and work systematically

Good organisational and hygiene practices

Reliability, professionalism, and positive attitude

Ability to live and work remotely

Between 1 - 3 Years



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