Job Description

Shimbi Royal Lodge in Korogwe, Tanga, is inviting applications from qualified and motivated candidates for the position of Chef / Cook. The lodge is looking for a customer-focused professional with practical experience in preparing both local and international dishes for guests.

The successful candidate will be responsible for food preparation, menu planning, food presentation, kitchen hygiene, stock control, and maintaining consistent food quality during busy service periods. Candidates with previous experience in a hotel, lodge, or restaurant environment are encouraged to apply.

About the Role

The Chef / Cook will work in the lodge’s restaurant and prepare meals that meet expected quality and presentation standards. The role requires creativity in menu preparation and the ability to cater to different guest preferences and occasions.

The successful candidate must also maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety while managing kitchen supplies, portion sizes, and food storage effectively.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing local and international dishes for lodge guests.
• Planning menus according to guest needs and available ingredients.
• Presenting food creatively and attractively.
• Maintaining food hygiene standards.
• Keeping the kitchen clean and organised.
• Following kitchen safety procedures.
• Controlling kitchen stock and food storage.
• Managing portion sizes to minimise food waste.
• Maintaining consistent food quality during busy service periods.
• Working with lodge management to respond to guest requests.
• Ensuring meals are prepared and served according to expected standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A Certificate in Cookery, Culinary Arts, Food Production, or a related field.
• Valid proof or a certificate of professional culinary training.
• Practical experience preparing local and international dishes.
• Experience preparing meals for different groups and occasions.
• Knowledge and creativity in menu preparation.
• Good food presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and cleanliness.
• Good understanding of kitchen safety procedures.
• Previous experience working in a hotel, lodge, or restaurant is an added advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality during busy periods.

• Preparing local and international dishes for lodge guests.
• Planning menus according to guest needs and available ingredients.
• Presenting food creatively and attractively.
• Maintaining food hygiene standards.
• Keeping the kitchen clean and organised.
• Following kitchen safety procedures.
• Controlling kitchen stock and food storage.
• Managing portion sizes to minimise food waste.
• Maintaining consistent food quality during busy service periods.
• Working with lodge management to respond to guest requests.
• Ensuring meals are prepared and served according to expected standards.

• Creativity in menu preparation
• Food presentation skills
• Knowledge of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Understanding of kitchen safety procedures
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality during busy periods

• A Certificate in Cookery, Culinary Arts, Food Production, or a related field.
• Valid proof or a certificate of professional culinary training.
• Practical experience preparing local and international dishes.
• Experience preparing meals for different groups and occasions.
• Previous experience working in a hotel, lodge, or restaurant is an added advantage.