EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CHEF

The U.S. Embassy is seeking for an individual for the position of Chef for a senior level diplomat’s residence.

OPEN TO: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS. MUST HAVE THE    REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

OPENING DATE:  January 11, 2023

CLOSING DATE:   January 18, 2023

WORK HOURS: Full-time; 45 hours/week

SALARY: Negotiable based on experience

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

Incumbent will be responsible for preparing meals and to perform below mentioned duties.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Major duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Grocery Shopping
2. Menu Planning
3. Cooking for Family and Events
4. Clean-up of Kitchen and Dining Space
5. Performing other related duties as assigned by the employers or residence manager.
6. Proper food safety (including vegetables and fruit washing) and kitchen hygiene and sanitation procedures maintained.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work Experience: At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in hotel, restaurant, or as residential chef.
• Education: Should have completed secondary school or equivalent. Diploma from a culinary school and Food safety training certification will be an advantage.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Utmost discretion and confidentiality in all matters both business and personal.
• Dedication to responsibilities, strong ability to prioritize and multi-task; and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of a variety of dietary lifestyles and restrictions.
• Ability to cook different types of cuisines.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with the employer and other residence staff members.
• Mid-level spoken and written English and Kiswahili required.
•  A valid Tanzanian driver’s license and driving experience would be advantageous.