Vacancy: Head Chef

13th November 2024, Moroto – Kara-Tunga is recruiting a head chef to lead the food operations of its facility ‘Karamoja Safari Camp’ in Moroto, Karamoja sub-region of Uganda.

Position title: Chef
Duty Station: Moroto
Contract: 12 months, wherefrom 3 months probation. Renewable to permanent job based on performance.
Requirements: Competent in preparing Ugandan, international and continental
cuisines and with proven skills in pastry and bakery.
Reports to: Operations Manager
Working hours: 6 days a week
Deadline: 15th of December 2024
Start of work: Immediately

 

Company background

Kara-Tunga is specialised in developing experiences in Uganda’s northeastern Karamoja sub-region. It offers outdoor adventure activities, cultural exchanges and a network of accommodation facilities.

The accommodation facilities are strategically located throughout the region, aimed at offering travellers a comfortable base during their off-the-beaten-path Uganda adventure.

Duties and responsibilities

As Chef, you would be responsible to provide the highest food quality, consistent with cost control and profitability margins to maximize guest satisfaction. Ensures that safety, hygiene and sanitation practices are followed. Additionally, you will be responsible to develop menu’s, maintain updated and accurate recipes and costings of all dishes prepared. Ensures that all work is carried out in line with the hotel’s guidelines, the departmental operational plan, corporate guidelines, and service concepts.

• Oversee all culinary operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Develop and implement innovative menus that reflect the lodge’s commitment to excellence and cater to a diverse range of international tastes.
• Manage, train, and inspire a team of kitchen staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences consistently.
• Collaborate with the management team to enhance the overall guest experience, contributing to the lodge’s reputation for outstanding hospitality.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, maintaining a pristine kitchen environment.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage budgets effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum diploma in culinary art required in a related field such as food production. Certificate in Food Safety and Hygiene.
• Proven experience in pastry, bakery but also Ugandan, international and continental cuisine.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Chef Passion for creating memorable dining experiences
• Ability to find creative solutions and offer recommendations
• Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate Ability to manage and inspire kitchen staff
• Commitment to exceptional guest service
• Passion for the hospitality industry Ability to thrive in a remote location
• Ability to adapt to unique challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in english
• Experienced in using IT systems on various platforms

Deadlines

Receiving of Applications will close by the 30th November 2024. Only Successful candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer

Kara-Tunga Foundation does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and will involve the community structures, locals in the recruitment processes.

How to apply

Application including Curriculum Vitae (C.V), academic qualifications, recommendations and motivational letter to be emailed to projects@kara-tunga.com.

Important to note: Kara-Tunga is an equal opportunity employer, recognizing all sorts of humanity and both males and female candidates are encouraged to apply.