Vacancy title:
Chefs

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality, Cleaning & Facilities]

Jobs at:
Galaxy Motel

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, September 3 2026

Duty Station:
Plot 313, Katwe Road | Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, August 20 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Chef

Job Purpose

To prepare high-quality, safe, hygienic and appealing meals for motel guests while maintaining consistent food quality, portion control, kitchen cleanliness and efficient kitchen operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Chef will:

• Prepare and cook meals according to the motel's menu and required standards.
• Ensure food is prepared in a timely and presentable manner.
• Follow recipes, portion requirements and food-quality standards.
• Prepare ingredients through washing, cutting, marinating and other appropriate processes.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food items.
• Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients.
• Minimise food wastage through proper planning, preparation and storage.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure kitchen equipment, utensils and work surfaces are properly cleaned and sanitised.
• Follow food safety and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or spoilage to the supervisor.
• Assist with menu planning and suggest new dishes where appropriate.
• Maintain proper portion control and presentation.
• Coordinate with waiters/waitresses to ensure orders are prepared correctly and on time.
• Store food appropriately and maintain proper temperature controls.
• Ensure leftovers are handled and stored safely in accordance with food safety procedures.
• Support kitchen assistants and other kitchen staff where required.
• Report faulty kitchen equipment or maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain discipline, teamwork and professionalism within the kitchen.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Head Chef or motel management.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate or Diploma in Catering, Food Production, Culinary Arts, Hotel Management or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant practical experience in a restaurant, hotel, motel or catering environment is an advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation, kitchen hygiene and food safety.

Key Competencies

• Good cooking and food-preparation skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety.
• Creativity and attention to food presentation.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Good time-management skills.
• Ability to control food portions and minimise wastage.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to work for extended periods.
• Reliability, discipline and integrity.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays where required.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

Job application procedure

Interested candidates should come with an application letter, CV, national ID photo copy and LC letter.

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