Exclusive lodge in the Masai Mara is looking for an experienced Executive Chef to oversee daily operations, as well as delivering an extraordinary guest experience within the lodge. You will plan and supervise the activities of the team to ensure, not only the smooth and profitable running of the business, but also ensuring that we leave the world in a better place. It is important for the Executive Chef to be involved in all aspects of the lodge kitchen operations as well as the Staff Canteen. You will be a key person of reference for all Kitchen employees and guests. The Executive Chef must be able to be a team player and an effective leader.
Experience required:
Kenyan national
Previous experience as an Executive Chef at a 5-star lodge
Relevant qualification
Duties include:
Maintain high standards of professionalism within the team
Full responsibility for budget lines
Guest Food
Staff Food
Work with Regional Executive Chef to ensure menu and food are aligned to lodge quality standards
Work with Regional Exec Chef to ensure food scores and budgets are being monitored and met
Work directly with the Guest Relations Managers and Head Guide, to ensure service standards are always maintained
Ensure all health and safety compliance standards, including management of Covid-19 Protocols and HACCP Protocols, are met and/or exceeded and that all necessary functions in this regard are realised
Oversee the month end stock takes
Ensure the smooth daily running of the kitchen and canteen operation
Conduct a pre-service meeting with all chefs and butlers
Meet and cater to all guests with special dietaries
Maintain a consistent cost per head for guests and staff
To apply please send CV and food portfolio to cv@executiveplacings.com
