Restaurant Sous Chef

Restaurant Sous Chef Jobs in Lusaka at Donoli’s Kitchen

Donoli’s Kitchen, a vibrant restaurant in Lusaka, Zambia, renowned for its delicious blend of local African and Western cuisine, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Restaurant Sous Chef. If you excel in fast-paced kitchen environments, demonstrate exceptional leadership, and are passionate about maintaining top-tier food quality and operational excellence, this full-time opportunity is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities for Restaurant Sous Chef Jobs in Lusaka

• Kitchen Leadership & Food Preparation: Lead back-of-house operations to prepare and cook a diverse menu to the highest standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Oversee daily ingredient preparation, ensuring precise portioning and quality control of meats, vegetables, and sauces.
• Manage kitchen line flow to ensure timely and accurate plating during peak service periods.
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality and efficient execution.
• Kitchen Hygiene, Safety & Standards: Maintain rigorous kitchen sanitation and organization at all times.
• Enforce strict food safety protocols, including temperature monitoring, proper storage, and food handling procedures.
• Ensure all equipment maintenance and deep cleaning schedules are adhered to consistently.
• Inventory, Cost & Waste Control: Monitor daily ingredient stock levels and coordinate ordering with management.
• Implement portion control and yield tracking to minimize waste while preserving portion value and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain proper stock rotation (First In, First Out) to ensure ingredient freshness and cost efficiency.
• Team Coordination & Communication: Foster clear and rapid communication with front-of-house staff to guarantee smooth order execution and customer satisfaction.
• Promote a disciplined, collaborative, and high-performance kitchen culture.

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Experience: Proven background as a Sous Chef, Senior Line Cook, or Kitchen Supervisor in a busy, professional restaurant environment is essential.
• Location: Candidates residing in Silverest or nearby areas are strongly preferred to ensure punctuality for early shifts and late closings.
• Skills: Advanced expertise in preparing both Zambian/African and Western dishes, exceptional knife skills, and strong culinary techniques.
• Excellent kitchen management abilities with the capacity to maintain composure and speed under pressure.
• Strict adherence to personal hygiene, food safety standards, and operational protocols.
• Work Ethic: High-energy leadership style, strong sense of ownership, relentless dedication, and a team-oriented approach.

About Donoli’s Kitchen

Donoli’s Kitchen prides itself on serving a unique fusion of local African and Western dishes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Our commitment to quality and innovation drives us to seek talented culinary professionals who share our passion for excellence and operational integrity.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on the challenge of a leading role in a thriving kitchen, please submit your application to donoliskitchen@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from motivated candidates eager to contribute to our team.