Executive Chef

Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort is seeking a visionary and highly skilled Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations in one of Africa’s most exclusive island destinations. This is a rare opportunity to shape world-class dining experiences in a luxury resort setting, blending exceptional international standards with authentic Mozambican and coastal cuisine influences.

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for driving culinary excellence, innovation, and consistency across all food and beverage outlets, while leading a diverse and passionate kitchen team in a remote island environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and inspire 
• Design and execute innovative, seasonal menus aligned with luxury brand standards
• Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional food quality and presentation
• Manage food cost controls, budgeting, and supplier relationships
• Champion hygiene, HACCP, and food safety compliance at all times
• Develop and train kitchen teams, building strong succession pipelines
• Collaborate with the F&B leadership team to elevate guest dining experiences
• Drive sustainability initiatives, including local sourcing and waste reduction
• Maintain strong operational standards in a remote island logistics environment

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in senior culinary leadership roles, with at least 3–5 years as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or resort
• Proven experience in 5-star or ultra-luxury hospitality environments
• Strong background in international cuisine with exposure to coastal / island or resort operations preferred
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Strong financial acumen (food cost control, budgeting, forecasting)
• Ability to thrive in a remote, high-performance environment
• Passion for innovation, guest experience, and culinary excellence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized luxury brand
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Unique lifestyle experience in an exclusive island setting

Apply Now
If you are passionate about culinary excellence and ready to lead in a unique luxury environment, we invite you to apply.