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Executive Chef – Bakery & Restaurant
2026-02-09T03:54:42+00:00
Findershub
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Management, Restaurant & Hospitality, Art, Fashion & Design
ZMW
MONTH
2026-02-11T17:00:00+00:00
8

Job Overview

A premium bakery and restaurant is seeking an experienced and innovative Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, uphold exceptional culinary standards, and drive efficient, cost-effective food production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, plan, and update bakery and restaurant menus
  • Lead, supervise, and motivate kitchen and bakery staff
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
  • Manage food costs through effective stock control and waste reduction
  • Standardize recipes, preparation methods, and plating guidelines
  • Enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
  • Oversee kitchen inventory, supplier requisitions, and stock rotation
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff on cooking techniques and food safety
  • Coordinate with management on promotions, specials, and seasonal menus
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

Qualifications & Skills

  • Diploma or Professional Certification in Culinary Arts or related field
  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Creative approach to menu development and presentation
  • Excellent cost control and budgeting skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines

What We Offer

  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Opportunity to lead a professional kitchen team
  • Creative freedom within a premium brand
  • Develop, plan, and update bakery and restaurant menus
  • Lead, supervise, and motivate kitchen and bakery staff
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
  • Manage food costs through effective stock control and waste reduction
  • Standardize recipes, preparation methods, and plating guidelines
  • Enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
  • Oversee kitchen inventory, supplier requisitions, and stock rotation
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff on cooking techniques and food safety
  • Coordinate with management on promotions, specials, and seasonal menus
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Creative approach to menu development and presentation
  • Excellent cost control and budgeting skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines
  • Diploma or Professional Certification in Culinary Arts or related field
  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef
professional certificate
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Vacancy title:
Executive Chef – Bakery & Restaurant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Restaurant & Hospitality, Art, Fashion & Design]

Jobs at:
Findershub

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, February 11 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, February 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Overview

A premium bakery and restaurant is seeking an experienced and innovative Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, uphold exceptional culinary standards, and drive efficient, cost-effective food production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, plan, and update bakery and restaurant menus
  • Lead, supervise, and motivate kitchen and bakery staff
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
  • Manage food costs through effective stock control and waste reduction
  • Standardize recipes, preparation methods, and plating guidelines
  • Enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
  • Oversee kitchen inventory, supplier requisitions, and stock rotation
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff on cooking techniques and food safety
  • Coordinate with management on promotions, specials, and seasonal menus
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

Qualifications & Skills

  • Diploma or Professional Certification in Culinary Arts or related field
  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Creative approach to menu development and presentation
  • Excellent cost control and budgeting skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines

What We Offer

  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Opportunity to lead a professional kitchen team
  • Creative freedom within a premium brand

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: professional certificate

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Closing Date: 11 February 2026

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, February 11 2026
Duty Station: Lusaka | Lusaka
Posted: 09-02-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 09-02-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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