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Donoli’s kitchen Lusaka, Zambia
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- EmployerDonoli’s kitchen
- LocationLusaka, Zambia
- Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
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- Employer
- Donoli’s kitchen
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Posted
- July 28, 2025
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Other
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Website Donoli’s kitchen
Job description
About us:
Donoli’s Kitchen is a vibrant and welcoming restaurant located in the heart of Silverest, Lusaka. We specialize in serving a delightful blend of authentic Traditional Zambian food and popular Western cuisine, catering to a diverse clientele. Our primary focus is to provide a comforting and satisfying dining experience for university students, who often miss the taste of home-cooked meals, as well as local residents and working professionals in the area. We pride ourselves on offering quality food and excellent service in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Job summary:
Donoli’s Kitchen is seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, a creative approach to cooking, an open mind to learning and the ability to prepare both authentic traditional Zambian food and popular Western dishes. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality meals that delight our diverse clientele.
Responsibilities:
* Food Preparation:
* Prepare and cook a variety of traditional Zambian food and Western dishes according to established recipes and standards.
* Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation.
* Prepare ingredients, including chopping, seasoning, and marinating.
* Manage food preparation and cooking times efficiently.
* Menu Development:
* Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to develop and refine menu items.
* Contribute creative ideas for new dishes and specials, incorporating local flavors and ingredients.
* Keep up-to-date with current food trends and customer preferences.
* Kitchen Management:
* Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
* Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
* Manage inventory and order supplies as needed.
* Minimize food waste and control costs.
* Ensure proper storage of all food items.
* Team Collaboration:
* Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service.
* Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
* Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff.
* Customer Satisfaction:
* Ensure that all dishes are prepared to meet customer expectations.
* Address customer feedback and make necessary adjustments.
* Be able to adapt to customer dietary needs.
Qualifications:
*Certificate or diploma in food production and other related fields
* Proven experience as a Chef or Cook in a restaurant setting.
* Strong knowledge of African and Western cuisine.
* Ability to prepare a wide range of dishes with consistent quality.
* Excellent culinary skills and attention to detail.
* Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* A passion for food and a creative approach to cooking.
* Experience with local Zambian cuisine is very important.
You can contact us on the email, peluskitchenzm@gmail.com
Thank you.