Head Chef

  • Full Time
  • Salima

Matundu Cottage Beach Resort

Company Description

Matundu Cottage Beach Resort is a Malawian-owned lodge located on the shores of the beautiful Lake Malawi, near the Malawi Armed Forces College Forest. Situated in Senga Bay, Salima, Matundu offers a perfect destination for vacations, business conferences, honeymoons, or private getaways. Combining elements of a Caribbean getaway and a modern hotel, Matundu Cottage provides a restful, peaceful, and elegant experience.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Head Chef, located in Salima. The Head Chef will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations, including menu planning, inventory management, and food preparation. Daily tasks include supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food is prepared to the highest quality, maintaining health and safety standards, and managing kitchen budgets. The Head Chef will also collaborate with the management team to design and implement creative and diverse menus to meet guests’ expectations.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in culinary arts, menu planning, and kitchen management
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills to manage and motivate kitchen staff
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills for efficient kitchen operation
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Creativity and innovation in developing diverse menus
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a high-pressure environment
  • Formal culinary training or degree in culinary arts is a plus
  • Experience in the hospitality industry is a must