Job Title: Executive Chef
Organisation: Kampala Hospital
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Kampala Hospital is a privately-owned hospital that was established in 2007. Our mandate was and is to bring non-existent services to the countries that were often sought by many people who frequently moved abroad to seek quality medical care.
Job Summary: Kampala Hospital, a leading private healthcare provider committed to delivering world-class medical care, is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Executive Chef to join our Facilities & Services Department. The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of nutritious, high-quality, and well-presented meals for patients, staff, and visitors, while maintaining strict hygiene, safety, and cost-control standards in line with the hospital’s policies and national regulations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to hospital standards, food safety regulations, and hygiene protocols.
- Plan, design, and implement menus in collaboration with the hospital dietitian to meet nutritional and special dietary needs.
- Maintain budgetary control over kitchen operations, including food and labor costs, while minimizing waste.
- Ensure consistent quality, taste, temperature, and presentation of all meals served to patients, staff, and visitors.
- Oversee procurement, inventory, and storage of food items to ensure cost efficiency and availability.
- Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment, arranging for timely repairs when needed.
- Handle customer feedback and complaints promptly and courteously, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Conduct regular audits and ensure full compliance with hospital policies, food safety standards, and sanitation guidelines.
- Uphold Kampala Hospital’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Nurture, and Excellence in all service delivery.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma in Hotel Management and Institutional Catering (Bachelor’s degree in the same field is an added advantage).
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a similar role.
- Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is a strong advantage.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage kitchen operations, control costs, and ensure quality.
- Must be flexible and willing to work nights, weekends, and public holidays as required.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application letter, detailed CV, and copies of academic and professional documents by email to [email protected] with the job position as title or physically addressed to:
The Human Resources Business Partner
Kampala Hospital Limited
Plot 6, Makindu Close, Kololo, Kampala
Deadline: 14th November 2025
Note:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Kampala Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, religion, age, or disability. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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Level of Education: Diploma, Associate’s Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60