Job Description

:As a Consultant Development Chef for Belmond Safaris, you'll spearhead the concept and team that drives extraordinary and memorable culinary experiences for our guests across all aspects of the Safari business.If you're looking to develop your skills and be part of the future of luxury, this is your moment.This is a consultant role for up a period of 3 months based out of South Africa with frequent travel to the Lodges in BotswanaPrimary Responsibilities Includexc2xb7 Development of each lodge's food direction and concept, ensuring unique and individual cuisine character and personality for each property.xc2xb7 Consistent preparation of innovative and creative cuisine of the highest quality, presentation and flavour, resulting in outstanding guest satisfaction. Additionally, responsible for the smooth running of the kitchens and manage areas of profit, stock, wastage control, hygiene practices and training within the kitchens.xc2xb7 Introduction and consistent maintenance of sustainable practices in culinary operations, seeking innovative ways to introduce local ingredients to modern, international luxury cuisine; researching suppliers to find an adequate balance between produce quality, consistent supply, adaptability to company policies and proximity to the operations, thus reducing the footprint.About UsThe two luxurious safari lodges set in the unspoilt wilderness of Northern Botswana. This is where the incredible Okavango Delta floods each year, attracting a breath taking diversity of wildlife. At its heart, Eagle Island Lodge is sustainably designed to conjure up an explorer's base. Guests can drift through the watery landscape on mokoro canoes, spotting bright frogs and kingfishers, or set off on exhilarating helicopter and horseback safaris in the dry season.Elephants are, not surprisingly, the main attraction at Savute Elephant Lodge, which boasts an exemplary eco-friendly design, luxurious spa and viewing hide. The majestic inhabitants are drawn to the mysterious Savute Channel, which flows seemingly at whim.The experience from one lodge to the next is dramatically different. Linked by light aircraft, together they form the ultimate safari journey in Botswana.With our vast offerings, the opportunities to craft a unique career here are endless. Join us and achieve the truly exceptional.The Belmond & LVMH FamilyBelmond Safaris is proud to be part of LVMH, and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breath taking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.Requirements:What You Bring:xc2xb7 Expert knowledge in worldwide culinary, local ingredient usage and sustainable practicesxc2xb7 Creativity and innovation in all aspects of food servicexc2xb7 Leadership and mentorship for all levels within the kitchen teamxc2xb7 Flexibility and adaptability to lead in challenging and remote environments

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