An ultra-luxury private game reserve in the Northern Cape is looking for a SENIOR CHEF & FRONT OF HOUSE COUPLE to join their small, close-knit team.
This is a farm-to-table property built around privacy and quiet, personal service, so the ideal couple will be confident, hands-on, and genuinely happy to pitch in wherever needed between guest stays.
Role 1 | Senior Chef
Core Criteria:
Well experienced, senior-level chef able to run the kitchen independently
Confident with fine dining standards in an intimate, low-volume setting
Strong understanding of farm-to-table cooking using seasonal, locally grown produce
Comfortable working alone with minimal supervision
Formal culinary qualification advantageous
Candidate Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, and present all meals to a fine dining standard
Work closely with the head farmer on garden and produce planning
Assist in the vegetable gardens when needed
Help with general maintenance tasks when needed
Manage kitchen stock, ordering, and hygiene standards
Role 2 | Front of House:
Core Criteria:
Previous front of house experience beneficial but not essential, training will be provided if required
Warm, professional, and guest focused
Willing to learn all aspects of the role
Organised and reliable, comfortable supervising a small team
Candidate Responsibilities
Manage guest check-ins and hosting
Oversee restaurant service
Supervise the housekeeping team and assist with housekeeping duties when there are no guests
Support the chef and wider team wherever needed
Package Offer:
This is a live-in position
No children or pets permitted
Start date - Mid-September 2026