About Okavango Foods Limited
Okavango Foods is renowned for providing top-quality finger foods, buffet services, and processed meats to corporates, households, and schools. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, we are expanding our menu offerings, particularly in pastries, hot dishes, and salads, and we need a dedicated Chef to help us meet the growing demand.
Key Responsibilities
As a Chef at Okavango Foods, you will:
Prepare and Cook: Create a diverse range of dishes with a focus on pastries, hot dishes, and salads, ensuring they meet our high standards for taste, quality, and presentation.
Food Safety Compliance: strictly adhere to food safety regulations, ensuring that all food is prepared, stored, and served in a manner that meets health and safety standards.
Timely Delivery: Ensure all dishes are prepared and ready for delivery according to the scheduled timelines, maintaining efficiency without compromising on quality.
Menu Collaboration: Work with the culinary team to develop and refine menu items, incorporating client feedback and keeping up with culinary trends.
Quality Assurance: Consistently maintain the quality and presentation of all dishes, ensuring they adhere to the company’s high standards.
Kitchen Operations: Assist in managing kitchen operations, including food preparation, inventory management, and upholding cleanliness and food safety standards.
Team Support: Collaborate with kitchen staff and other departments to ensure smooth operations and a positive, productive work environment.
Reporting: Regularly report to management on kitchen performance, including quality control, food safety, and efficiency metrics. Qualifications
Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a top hotel or a similar environment.
Specialization: Proven expertise in preparing pastries, hot dishes, and salads.
Skills: Strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Location: Must have own accommodation in Lusaka.
Availability: Must be ready to start immediately.
What We Offer
Competitive Salary:
ZMW 8,000 net per month.
Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop your culinary skills and advance your career in a supportive environment.
Team Collaboration: Work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
If you are passionate about food and committed to delivering high-quality dishes on time, we want to hear from you!
Apply Now: Send your CV, a cover letter, and examples of your culinary work to humanresource@okavangofoods.net .
Closing Date: Friday, 6th September 2024.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not meet the qualifications, please do not apply. This will save both your time and ours.
Join Okavango Foods Limited and be part of a team dedicated to culinary excellence and timely service!
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