EXECUTIVE CHEF - WILDERNESS SAFARIS

Wilderness Safaris is looking for a professional, creative and proficient in all aspects of food preparation executive chef. Someone who is dynamic and energy packed individual who is a self- motivated team player and is dedicated and committed to providing excellent service within a high pressure environment. The individual should have the ability to interact well with guests from all parts of the world as well as the ability to form good relationships with camp management and staff. We wish to invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the below position.

EXECUTIVE CHEF

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
An executive chef is responsible to plan and create the best possible dishes for our camp guests with the application of high food hygiene and safety in the kitchen.

Requirements

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

• Supervise kitchen staff’s activities
• Enhancing the guest experience.
• Training of all kitchen staff and monitoring their development.
• Maintaining of assets and ensuring that staff are accountable for damages.
• Carrying out all kitchen administrative work.
• Monitoring all stores, fridges and supplies.
• Interacting with guests and collecting guest feedback for the improvement of service where needed.
• Practicing hygiene & safety standards as per the set company protocol.
• Hosting of guests.
• Keeping up with cooking trends and best practices.
• Any other duties assigned to you by the general manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An internationally recognized Degree or Diploma in culinary skills.
• 5 years of Premier/5 star Executive Chef Experience.
• 5 years of International food preparation experience.
• A history of superior food preparation in the form of references and or a portfolio.
• Advanced Supervisory experience and skills.
• Mentoring/training skills and experience.

COMPETENCIES

• Passionate about food.
• Reliable.
• Multitasking Skills.
• Understanding Ingredients, Produce and Spices.
• Health and Safety in Food Hygiene.
• Creativity in Menus & Menu Planning.
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Food Sanitation.
• Advanced attention to detail.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Advanced Organization in the workplace

Company profile

Wilderness Safaris is a responsible luxury ecotourism company that exists to protect pristine wilderness areas and the flora and fauna that they support. We believe that in protecting these areas, and including the local communities in this process, we will make a difference to Africa and ultimately the world.

Closing date and application instructions

Only candidates who meet the above requirements need to apply enclosing a current curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates: please indicate the position in the email subject line.

Email: recruitment@wilderness.co.bw
Closing Date: 17h00 on Monday 14th December 2015

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE COMMUNICATED WITH.