Chef de Partie

Full time Kendrick Recruitment South Africa

Posted On 2026/04/21

R8,000 - R10,000

City: Grahamstad

State/Province: Eastern Cape

Postal Code: 5805

CHEF DE PARTIE

Luxury Private Game Reserve Eastern Cape

Kendrick Recruitment is searching for a skilled and passionate Chef de Partie for a world-renowned, understated luxury safari reserve in the Eastern Cape. The property operates across multiple intimate lodge and exclusive-use villa settings, with a strong focus on exceptional, personalised dining experiences for discerning international guests.

This is a live-in position in a remote wilderness environment, ideal for a chef who is passionate about both high quality cuisine and life in the African bush.

Salary: Market-related (details shared with shortlisted candidates)

Position: Live-in (accommodation and meals provided)

• Formal culinary qualification from a recognised institution
• Minimum 2-3 years' Chef de Partie experience in a luxury lodge, hotel or fine dining environment
• Strong all round kitchen skills across multiple sections
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance
• Ability to work across breakfast, lunch, dinner and special dining events
• Team player with a positive, hands on attitude
• Comfortable living and working in a remote bush environment
• Stable work history with contactable references

• Prepare and execute dishes to the highest standard across all meal services
• Manage and maintain allocated section with precision and consistency
• Assist the Head Chef with menu preparation, special events and bush dining experiences
• Maintain strict hygiene, food safety and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Assist with stock control, food costing and waste reduction within your section
• Contribute positively to a small, close knit kitchen team

• Market related salary
• Live-in accommodation and meals provided