Our rates are inclusive of Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

Pastry Chef

Job Type: Full time

Job Location: Skukuza

Department: Kitchen

Reports To: Pastry Sous Chef

Although not limited to, the incumbent’s main responsibilities will include

  • Prepare a range of baked goods including breads, rolls pastries and sponges.
  • Assist in the preparation of laminated doughs (Croissants, Danish Puff Pastry).
  • Follow standard recipes and baking procedures with accuracy.
  • Maintain a clean, organized and hygienic workstation at all times.
  • Weigh, mix, knead, proof, shape and bake dough with precision and care.
  • Assist with daily mise-en-place and production schedules.
  • Work collaboratively with Pastry Sous Chef.
  • Uphold all food Safety and hygiene standards.
  • Take direction well and apply feedback to improve performance.
  • Participate in routine cleaning, stock rotation and kitchen duties as needed

The following qualifications and experience are essential

  • Diploma in Professional Cookery/Culinary Arts or qualification relevant to the role
  • 3 years’ experience within a large establishment (100 rooms)
  • Supervisory Management NQF 5/ Computer Literate
  • Grade 12 with Mathematical and English proficiency

The ideal candidate should be a current employee from Kruger Gate Hotel

  • Creative mindset with attention to detail
  • Positive attitude and strong team spirit
  • Willingness to grow and develop within the Kitchen.
  • Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in order to comply with sector targets for Employment Equity.

Apply in confidence to:

recruitment@krugergatehotel.com, with your comprehensive CV inclusive of a Police Clearance.

Should your application be deemed eligible, we will contact you within 21 days after the closing date; else consider your application to have been unsuccessful.

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Guest Reviews

Beautiful hotel with a beautiful structure that gives the impression of being suspended in the trees. The decoration is superb and the location, right in front of Kruger National Park, is exceptional.
The table is excellent, with high quality dishes.
The staff is very welcoming and particularly attentive.
A truly memorable experience!

Posted on 29/03/2026 by TripAdvisor

I could not recommend the Kruger Gate Hotel more! Our experience from start to finish was flawless. We were greeted at Skukuza airport and driven through Kruger National Park to get to the hotel. That meant that even our taxi journey to the hotel featured animal sightings. The staff at the hotel were so efficient and got us checked in so quickly, even though we were a large family/friends group. We stayed for four nights and decided to do 1x full day safari, 1x morning safari and 1x afternoon safari. This allowed us to explore the National Park but also enjoy the beautiful facilities at the hotel. The safaris were excellently organised and the guides were incredible. We saw 4 out of the big 5 (sadly no leopards, although we had two very near misses where we had just missed a leopard sighting) and countless other animals. In our down time we enjoyed the three swimming pools, one of which overlooked the river and where we could see elephants on the opposite banks, and our wonderful rooms. The group was split between Deluxe Rooms and the self catering chalets. The rooms were stunning and the chalets were excellent for larger groups. The food was AMAZING! Every night we were treated to an extensive buffet in the boma with amazing singing. The ambience was incredible. On the two mornings we weren\'t on game drives we enjoyed the buffet breakfast, which was also delicious. While there a large number of our group booked treatments at the spa, which we all raved about. The trip was to celebrate my 30th Birthday and we were a large group visiting from the UK. I would like to thank everyone at the Kruger Gate Hotel for making our stay so special. I really hope that I return again in the future. Thank you again!

Posted on 30/03/2026 by Booking.com

Nice set up with a lovely pool by the river,feels amazing right in the bush

Posted on 30/03/2026 by Booking.com

le cadre exceptionnel, la gentillesse du personnel, c\'était mon 2eme séjour dans cet hôtel et j\'y retournerai surment une 3eme fois.

Posted on 29/03/2026 by Booking.com

La structure, la decoration, l’emplacement et la table

Posted on 29/03/2026 by Booking.com