FOOD AND BEVERAGES MANAGER/EXECUTIVE CHEF (BUSH BASED) - WILDERNESS SAFARIS

Wilderness Safaris is looking for dynamic and energy packed suitable individuals who are self-motivated team players, and are dedicated and committed to providing excellent service within a high pressure environment. The individuals 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.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES MANAGER/EXECUTIVE CHEF (BUSH BASED)

This role of the Food and Beverage manager /Executive chef is extremely guest orientated. The Food and Beverage / Executive Chef manager ensures the efficient and smooth operation and management of the camp’s food and beverage department, in cooperation with the rest of the management team, managing as well as supporting the front of house and kitchen teams. They will report directly to the Lodge General Manager.

Requirements

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Delivering a five star dining experience to our guests.
Managing both the kitchen and front of house teams.
Ongoing staff Training.
Assets care and maintenance.
Administration, orders, month end.
Stock control.
Guest feedback Monitoring and liaisons.
Hygiene & safety.
Service Excellence.
Wine service and knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree/Diploma in Hospitality/Cookery/Food Service or equivalent.
Experience working in remote wilderness areas
Proven working experience in the hospitality field under Food and Beverages/Restaurant/ Kitchen for a minimum of 3 years.
Proven experience of delivering a five star dining experience- ala carte.
Proven record of outstanding staff relations.

COMPETENCIES

Service excellence (Desire to enhance
Guest Experience).
Outstanding communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work long hours.
Time Management.
Leadership by example.

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.