Vacancy title:
Chef

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality]

Jobs at:
Career Options Africa Group

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, June 26 2025

Duty Station:
kigali | Kigali | Rwanda

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 29 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Career Options Africa Group is a HR Consultancy firm specialized in Recruitment, HR outsourcing and Immigration support in Africa with offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Nigeria, South Africa and South Sudan.

Our client, an African Fusion Restaurant located in Kigali, Rwanda, is actively seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to join their exceptional team.

THE JOB

As the Chef, you will elevate the restaurant’s culinary offerings. You will possess a strong mastery of international cuisine, with a focus on creating sophisticated and flavorful West African and continental dishes. You will be passionate about food, driven by quality, and skilled in executing fine-dining presentations.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Develop and execute new and innovative dishes from various continental cuisines, adhering to the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Manage and maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients, ensuring freshness and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead and collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure efficient and smooth kitchen operations.
• Train and mentor new staff members on culinary techniques, dish preparation, and fine-dining service standards.
• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Contribute to menu development and recipe creation, working creatively with other team members.
• Assist in cost control and budgetary planning for the kitchen, optimizing operations and minimizing waste.
• Stay up-to-date on culinary trends and techniques, researching and implementing new culinary concepts.
• Provide exceptional guest service through exceptional plate presentations and professional interaction

QUALIFICATIONS

The job holder should have the following qualifications.

1. At least 3-5 years of experience cooking international cuisine in a fine-dining establishment.
2. Proven ability to prepare a diverse range of continental dishes with finesse and attention to detail.
3. Experience working in high-volume kitchens and managing busy service periods.
4. Knowledge of sustainable and environmentally friendly cooking practices.
5. Bilingual fluency in English and local language.

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies.

• Strong understanding of food pairing, flavor profiles, and culinary techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills to effectively manage kitchen staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to hygiene and food safety practices. Positive attitude and passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences.

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON

We are offering the successful candidate a monthly net salary of RWF 250,000 – 300,000

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure

Visit www.careeroptionsafricagroup.comand www.hreastafrica.com  for more details on this position.

Send CV only to recruitment_rw@careeroptionsafricagroup.com by 26^th June 2025 subject heading, as CHEF- RWANDA. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates called for an interview as soon as their CVs are received. Kindly indicate current, last or expected salary in the CV.

Candidates who do not hear from us by this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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