Head Chef Job Vacancy at Singita Tanzania

Head Chef Job Vacancy at Singita Tanzania

Position: Head Chef

Company: Singita Tanzania

Location: Grumeti, Mara Region, Tanzania

Department: Culinary / Hospitality

Application Deadline: 11 October 2026

Job ID: 146057

Position Purpose

The Head Chef manages kitchen operations and maintains food quality across various lodge sections in strict alignment with Singita’s Standard of Excellence and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The position ensures an exceptional culinary experience for guests, oversees staff canteen meal management, and controls kitchen operational budgets while supporting Singita’s conservation and sustainability initiatives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Culinary Excellence & Guest Experience:

  • Oversee food production and service to deliver guest culinary experiences consistent with the lodge’s food concept.

  • Design creative menus, adopt new culinary concepts, and accommodate guest dietary requirements.

  • Engage effectively with guests to enhance their overall stay and dining experience.

  • Prepare pastry items to Singita standards when required (including breads, croissants, ice creams, sorbets, cakes, and desserts).

• Kitchen Management & Administration:

  • Supervise section food production to ensure strict hygiene and food safety protocols.

  • Manage inventory orders to eliminate shortages, control stock rotation, and minimize food wastage and breakage.

  • Manage the kitchen cost-effectively within agreed budget parameters and portion controls.

  • Oversee staff canteens to ensure employees receive sufficient and nutritious meals.

  • Conduct clear shift handovers regarding requests, operational tasks, and pending duties.

• Health, Safety & Compliance:

  • Implement and maintain food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen hygiene standards.

  • Identify workplace hazards to minimize operational risks and liability.

  • Maintain knowledge of safety protocols, hygiene procedures, and firefighting equipment usage.

• Staff Leadership & Development:

  • Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to promote growth and support succession planning.

  • Apply a clear understanding of labor laws and fair disciplinary procedures.

  • Drive cross-departmental communication to streamline lodge operations.

• Sustainability & Conservation:

  • Operate within lodge environmental parameters and contribute to eco-friendly “greening” practices.

  • Communicate and support Singita’s broader conservation message and purpose.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certifications:

  • 3-Year Chef Qualification, OR a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a role of similar responsibility.

  • Secondary, Vocational, Technical, Diploma, or Degree-level background.

  • First Aid training (provided by the company).

• Experience & Technical Skills:

  • Minimum of 3 to 4 years of supervisory culinary experience in high-end hospitality or luxury lodge environments.

  • Strong understanding of kitchen procedures, timing, menu development, and dietary management.

  • Ability to calculate food costs, read financial reports, and manage kitchen budgets.

  • Good computer literacy and sound knowledge of kitchen cleaning agents, methods, and equipment.

• Personal Attributes & Legal Status:

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and staff training abilities.

  • Physical stamina to manage active kitchen shift duties.

  • High standard of personal grooming and hygiene.

  • Tanzanian nationality or a valid work permit/visa for Tanzania.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the criteria should submit their application following the instructions below:

1. Required Document: Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2. Email Submission: Send your application to [email protected]

3. Application Deadline: 11 October 2026