Head Chef | Luxury Hotel & Spa | Sandton Salary: R35;000 Live‑In Position. Driver’s Licence Required (vehicles on property). Work Cycle: 3 weeks on / 1 week off. Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a highly creative and driven Head Chef to join a luxury hotel & spa based in Sandton. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on culinary leader with strong 5-star hotel or lodge experience who is passionate about innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. Please note: During the pre‑opening phase, the successful candidate may be required to work in Johannesburg on a part‑time basis, with accommodation in JHB at the candidate’s own expense. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and manage a small kitchen team of 5–7 staff Deliver exceptional 5-star dining experiences in a luxury hotel & spa environment Create innovative, seasonal, and creative menus with strong attention to detail Maintain high culinary standards across all meal periods Be actively involved in all kitchen operations in a hands‑on capacity Manage food cost controls, stock, and ordering processes Ensure strict hygiene, safety, and kitchen compliance standards are maintained Work closely with management to align culinary offerings with hotel & spa concept and guest experience Support sustainability initiatives, including full use of the on‑site grow zone Engage with local community initiatives as part of the property ethos REQUIREMENTS Minimum 5-star luxury hotel, lodge, or boutique property experience essential Strong leadership experience managing a small kitchen team (5–7 staff) Highly creative with a passion for innovative, modern cuisine Driven, energetic, and hands‑on approach to leadership Strong understanding of sustainability and farm‑to‑table concepts Ability to perform well in a pre‑opening and evolving environment Driver’s licence essential (vehicles available on property) Willingness to travel/work in Johannesburg during pre‑opening phase PACKAGE INCLUDES Market‑related salary: R35;000 Live‑in accommodation provided Opportunity to be part of a new luxury hotel & spa opening Exposure to sustainability‑driven, farm‑to‑table culinary operations Work cycle: 3 weeks on / 1 week off #J-18808-Ljbffr