Head Chef & Senior Wellness Therapist Couple – Luxury Safari Lodge – Hoedspruit

South Africa Limpopo Hoedspruit

ZAR 30000 - 35000 Monthly

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Head Chef & Senior Wellness Therapist Couple – Luxury Safari Lodge – Hoedspruit

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Closing Date: 2026-06-23
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Senior
Experience: Between 3 - 5 Years
EE/AA: No

Summary

Head Chef & Senior Wellness Therapist Couple – Luxury Safari Lodge – Hoedspruit, Limpopo


Our client, an exclusive luxury safari lodge in Hoedspruit, is seeking a dynamic couple to join their team: a Head Chef and a Senior Wellness Therapist. This is a unique live-in opportunity for a couple passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences within a 5-star lodge environment.

Description

The Head Chef will take full responsibility for the kitchen, leading a team to deliver high-quality cuisine aligned with luxury lodge standards. This includes menu planning, stock control, team management, and ensuring consistency across all dining experiences.

 

The Senior Wellness Therapist will deliver a range of professional spa treatments while supporting the day-to-day operations of the wellness centre. The role also includes guest engagement, assisting with bookings and retail, and stepping into a supervisory role when required.

 

Both roles require individuals who are hands-on, guest-focused, and able to work collaboratively to enhance the overall lodge experience. This is a fully immersive, live-in role suited to a couple looking to grow within luxury hospitality.

 

• Head Chef: R18,000 + gratuities + R3,370 meal allowance
• Therapist: R16,000 + gratuities
• Medical aid contribution (50% after 3 months)
• Live-in accommodation (shared as a couple)
• Additional staff benefits

Minimum Requirements

Head Chef:
• Formal cheffing qualification
• Proven experience in a 5-star lodge environment managing a team
• Strong leadership, organisational, and stock control skills
• Own vehicle and valid driver’s licence
• Non-smoker, no pets

 

Senior Wellness Therapist:
• CIDESCO, ITEC, or equivalent qualification
• Experience as a Senior Spa/Wellness Therapist
• Strong treatment and guest engagement skills
• Leadership or supervisory experience advantageous
• Own vehicle and valid driver’s licence

Benefits

Head Chef: R18,000 + gratuities + R3,370 meal allowance • Therapist: R16,000 + gratuities + R3,370 meal allowance • Medical aid contribution (50% after 3 months) • Live-in accommodation (shared as a couple)

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