Assistant Chef – Luxury Safari Lodge (Pre-Opening) – Greater Kruger, Hoedspruit

South Africa Limpopo Hoedspruit

ZAR 5000 - 8000 Monthly

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Hospitality Jobs Africa

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Assistant Chef – Luxury Safari Lodge (Pre-Opening) – Greater Kruger, Hoedspruit

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Closing Date: 2026-06-24
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Junior
Experience: Between 1 - 3 Years
EE/AA: No

Summary

Assistant Chef – Luxury Safari Lodge (Pre-Opening) – Greater Kruger, Hoedspruit

 

Our client, a luxury safari lodge (Pre-opening) is seeking a dedicated Assistant Chef to support the Senior Chef at a luxury 7-key lodge in the Greater Kruger, Hoedspruit. This role is perfect for a junior chef who is passionate about culinary growth and enjoys working in a high-end bush environment.

Description

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: June 2026

Salary & Benefits

  • R5 000 – R8 000
  • Live-in accommodation
  • Three meals per day
  • Excellent career development opportunity

 

Minimum Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

Live-in accommodation. Three meals per day

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