Kitchen Supervisor / Head Chef job at Sir Harry Johnston International School
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Kitchen Supervisor / Head Chef
2026-08-03T04:05:59+00:00
Sir Harry Johnston International School
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FULL_TIME
Zomba
Zomba
10101
Malawi
Education, and Training
Management, Restaurant & Hospitality, Education, Cleaning & Facilities
MWK
MONTH
2026-08-07T17:00:00+00:00
8

Role Overview

Sir Harry Johnston International School is a reputable international school committed to providing inclusive, high-quality education in a supportive and multicultural learning environment. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Kitchen Supervisor / Head Chef to lead our school’s catering team. The successful candidate will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure the highest standards of food quality and hygiene, and design nutritious menus that meet the diverse needs of our students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage kitchen staff, assigning duties and monitoring performance.
  • Plan, prepare, and oversee balanced meals in line with school nutrition standards.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
  • Manage stock levels, ordering, and inventory control.
  • Maintain cost-effective operations while upholding quality standards.
  • Coordinate with school administration on special events and catering requirements.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain efficiency and professionalism.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field.
  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor, preferably in an institutional or school setting.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen management practices.
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver consistent results.
  • Supervise and manage kitchen staff, assigning duties and monitoring performance.
  • Plan, prepare, and oversee balanced meals in line with school nutrition standards.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
  • Manage stock levels, ordering, and inventory control.
  • Maintain cost-effective operations while upholding quality standards.
  • Coordinate with school administration on special events and catering requirements.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain efficiency and professionalism.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Communication skills
  • Knowledge of food safety standards
  • Kitchen management practices
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to deliver consistent results
  • Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field.
  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor, preferably in an institutional or school setting.
professional certificate
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Vacancy title:
Kitchen Supervisor / Head Chef

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Restaurant & Hospitality, Education, Cleaning & Facilities]

Jobs at:
Sir Harry Johnston International School

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 7 2026

Duty Station:
Zomba | Zomba

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 3 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Role Overview

Sir Harry Johnston International School is a reputable international school committed to providing inclusive, high-quality education in a supportive and multicultural learning environment. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Kitchen Supervisor / Head Chef to lead our school’s catering team. The successful candidate will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure the highest standards of food quality and hygiene, and design nutritious menus that meet the diverse needs of our students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage kitchen staff, assigning duties and monitoring performance.
  • Plan, prepare, and oversee balanced meals in line with school nutrition standards.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
  • Manage stock levels, ordering, and inventory control.
  • Maintain cost-effective operations while upholding quality standards.
  • Coordinate with school administration on special events and catering requirements.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain efficiency and professionalism.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field.
  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor, preferably in an institutional or school setting.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen management practices.
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver consistent results.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should submit: Application letter, Updated CV with two traceable referees and Copies of their certificates by 07th August, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Malawi
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, August 7 2026
Duty Station: Zomba | Zomba
Posted: 03-08-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 03-08-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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