Background Information

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.

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:

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

Experience needed:

3-5 years

• 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

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