Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a passionate and hands‑on Executive Chef for a beautiful boutique beachside hotel on the KwaZulu‑Natal North Coast. This intimate luxury property offers a refined yet relaxed guest experience, with a strong focus on fresh, seasonal cuisine served primarily to in‑house guests, along with occasional private functions and small events. We are looking for a creative and organised chef who enjoys working in a smaller, personalised hospitality environment where attention to detail, consistency, and guest interaction are key. Key Responsibilities Oversee the full day‑to‑day kitchen operation Design and implement fresh, seasonal menus with a focus on quality and simplicity Ensure consistently high standards of food preparation and presentation Manage stock control, ordering, food costing, and kitchen budgets Lead, train, and motivate a small kitchen team Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene and food safety standards Work closely with management to enhance the overall guest experience Cater for occasional private dinners, celebrations, and small events Ensure efficient kitchen administration and reporting Build strong relationships with guests through personalised hospitality and attention to detail Requirements Previous experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a luxury boutique hotel, lodge, or high‑end restaurant Strong all‑round culinary ability with a passion for fresh, seasonal cuisine Excellent leadership and kitchen management skills Strong stock control and food costing experience Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a smaller, hands‑on environment Creative, organised, and service‑driven personality Excellent communication and team management skills Hospitality qualification advantageous Package Salary negotiable depending on experience Live‑out position preferred Opportunity to work in a highly regarded boutique hospitality environment on the KZN coast #J-18808-Ljbffr