Leads the culinary direction and daily kitchen operations at Mapito Safari Camp in Serengeti, overseeing menu innovation, food quality, kitchen teams, cost control, food safety, sustainability, and exceptional guest dining experiences.
Responsibilities
- Direct all kitchen activities, including menu planning, food preparation, and service execution.
- Ensure the culinary offering reflects Autograph Collection creativity and local authenticity.
- Maintain consistency and excellence in food quality, taste, and presentation.
- Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate with Heads of Department to deliver excellent dining experiences.
- Oversee daily food production, portion control, and plate presentation.
- Design menus inspired by local produce, regional flavours, and international culinary standards.
- Promote sustainable sourcing, seasonal ingredients, and farm-to-table concepts.
- Adapt dishes to guest preferences and dietary requirements.
- Create special dining experiences, including bush meals and private dinners.
- Ensure compliance with Marriott International food safety standards and HACCP protocols.
- Maintain hygiene standards across kitchen, storage, and service areas.
- Conduct inspections and train staff on sanitation and safety procedures.
- Manage kitchen budgets and ensure food and labour costs remain within approved limits.
- Implement portion control, waste management, and inventory systems.
- Approve purchases with the Purchasing Manager and Storekeeper.
- Submit reports on food costs, inventory, and production yields.
- Recruit, train, and motivate kitchen associates.
- Conduct performance reviews and implement on-the-job training.
- Identify and develop local talent.
- Lead waste-reduction initiatives and promote environmentally responsible kitchen practices.
- Collaborate with local farmers and suppliers to source ethical and sustainable produce.
- Optimise energy and water consumption in kitchen operations.
- Engage with guests to gather feedback and share culinary stories.
- Plan personalised menus for VIPs and events.
- Coordinate with food and beverage service teams to ensure flawless timing, service, and presentation.
Requirements
- Relevant culinary leadership experience
- Menu development expertise
- Food safety knowledge, including HACCP protocols
- Cost-control skills, including kitchen budgets, portion control, and inventory management
- Ability to deliver distinctive guest dining experiences
- Culinary leadership
- Menu planning and development
- International and local cuisine knowledge
- Food preparation and presentation
- Food safety and HACCP knowledge
- Budgeting and financial accountability
- Inventory and production yield management
- Staff supervision, training, and motivation
- Sustainable sourcing and waste reduction
- Guest engagement and dining experience management
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Document Requirements
Application Instructions
- Applicants should highlight their culinary leadership experience, menu development expertise, food safety knowledge, cost-control skills, and ability to deliver distinctive guest dining experiences.
- Mapito Safari Camp is a 5-star tented safari camp near the Fort Ikoma Gate of Serengeti National Park and part of Marriott's Autograph Collection.
- Legitimate employers do not charge any fees for applications, interviews, or training.
