Organisation: Satemwa Ulendo Lodges (Huntingdon House)

Position: Chef

Location: Thyolo, Malawi (Satemwa Tea Estate)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 4th August 2026

OVERVIEW

We are looking for an experienced CHEF to join our team at Huntingdon House on Satemwa Tea Estate in Thyolo.

The Chef will be reporting to the Manager.

MAIN DUTIES

• Preparing the food for cooking.
• Monitoring food production and food stuff costs.
• Ensuring standard portions and quality of dishes.
• Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen and ensuring sanitation practices in the kitchen.
• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales.
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients.
• Cook food in a timely manner.
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff.
• Inform wait staff about daily specials.
• Ensure appealing plate presentation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Diploma in Hotel Management or Hospitality Management with at least 2 years working experience as a chef in a hospitality/hotel industry.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Interpersonal skills.
• High moral, ethical and professional standards.
• High integrity.
• Should be able to produce a dish.

SUBMISSION AND APPLICATION

Applications with curriculum vitae (CV), with three traceable referees and relevant copies of certificates should be emailed to:

Email: accommodation@satemwa.com

Deadline for receiving applications: 4th August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.