Head Chef

Head Chef Opportunity in Lusaka

Nankunda Logistics and Suppliers Limited is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional for one of the most sought-after head chef jobs in Lusaka. This full-time, on-site position is based at Merah’s Kitchen, located within the University of Lusaka’s Silverest Campus. As a pivotal member of our culinary leadership, you will oversee a high-volume operation serving thousands of students, corporate clients, and VIP guests daily.

About Nankunda Logistics and Suppliers Limited

We are evolving from a traditional service model into a vertically integrated industrial value-creator, operating flagship culinary hubs across multiple campuses. Our mission extends beyond running kitchens — we manage fast-paced resource centres that demand operational excellence, fiscal discipline, and innovative leadership.

Key Responsibilities for Head Chef Jobs in Lusaka

The successful candidate will be entrusted with a two-tiered duty matrix focusing on both culinary excellence and operational control:

• Culinary Operations & Capacity Management: Lead menu engineering, ensure impeccable food quality and hygiene, and manage capacity to meet peak demands during events and exam cycles.
• Procurement Verification: Enforce strict quality checks on all incoming stock, maintaining zero tolerance for substandard ingredients.
• Event Leadership: Direct culinary teams during high-profile executive and VVIP functions, ensuring flawless execution.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Uphold all Public Health Act regulations, including hygienic waste disposal and valid medical certifications for all staff.
• Financial Oversight & Auditing: Collaborate with finance and procurement to control food costs, enforce portion controls, and minimize waste.
• Staff Leadership & Discipline: Develop balanced rosters, maintain team motivation, and address performance issues with constructive coaching.
• Inventory Management: Coordinate weekly stock audits and reconcile variances promptly.
• Security Protocols: Implement dual sign-off procedures to secure all kitchen equipment and facilities at shift end.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Education: Full Grade 12 certificate plus a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or Culinary Arts.
• Experience: Minimum of three years as a Head or Executive Chef in a busy commercial kitchen or high-volume catering environment.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams with maturity, excellent interpersonal skills, and a non-confrontational approach.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with commercial kitchen equipment and administrative software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and POS inventory systems.
• Health & Fitness: Physically fit and able to pass pre-employment medical and food-handler screenings.
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of food costing, inventory control, and menu engineering.

Desirable Attributes

• Knowledge of diverse local and international cuisines, including buffet and pastry/bakery specialties.
• Experience managing progressive leadership and disciplinary processes.
• Ability to remain agile and resilient under pressure, making sound decisions to meet tight deadlines.

How to Apply for Head Chef Jobs in Lusaka

If you are a commercially astute culinary leader ready to take full ownership of a premium campus dining operation and drive operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your application package including a formal cover letter, updated Curriculum Vitae, and certified copies of academic and professional credentials to:

The Senior Human Resources Officer
Nankunda Logistics and Suppliers Limited
University of Lusaka Silverest Campus, Lusaka, Zambia

Email applications to: sichimatak@nankunda.net, careers@nankunda.net and cc: zaningepeople@gmail.com

Closing Date for Applications: 21st July 2026

Additional Information

Nankunda Logistics and Suppliers Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within a high-performance working environment.