Job Vacancy at &Beyond, Zanzibar – September 2026

Senior Sous Chef

Reference: Mnemba_Senior Chef
Location: Mnemba Island, Zanzibar North, Tanzania
Job Type: Permanent
Position Duration: 2-year fixed-term position
Posted: 28 September 2026
Closing Date: 26 October 2026

About &Beyond

&Beyond is a hospitality company built around exceptional people who are passionate about their work, committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences, and dedicated to supporting the communities and environments surrounding its properties.

Key Outputs and Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of professionalism within the team.
• Provide disciplined and inspirational leadership to the kitchen team and ensure effective management for high productivity and service excellence.
• Ensure all financial and record-keeping controls and systems are adhered to.
• Work with the Executive Chef to ensure menus and food offerings are aligned with lodge quality standards.
• Work with the Executive Chef to monitor and achieve food scores and budget targets.
• Conduct daily meetings with Heads of Departments (HODs) to discuss the daily plan, including arrivals, departures, maintenance, food, special requests, and guest experiences in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all health and safety compliance standards, including &Beyond COVID-19 protocols and HACCP protocols, are met or exceeded.
• Assist with uniform orders and related issues and ensure all staff wear the correct uniform at all times.
• Ensure all orders remain within the allocated budget and cost-per-head targets.
• Oversee month-end stock takes.
• Ensure the smooth daily operation of the kitchen and canteen.
• Introduce and maintain cleaning rosters that comply with Tanzanian regulations.
• Record and control staff sick leave, leave cycles, and work rosters in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Attend HOD and morning meetings every day unless engaged in guest-related activities.
• Hold daily departmental meetings to communicate and hand over relevant information.
• Ensure effective communication between the kitchen, Lodge Managers, Guest Relations, and Butlers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Formal culinary qualifications are required.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef, ideally within a 5-star hospitality operation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent and consistent attention to detail.
• Guest-focused approach and positive outlook.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Commitment, hard work, and willingness to learn.

Key Skills Required

• Passion for food and the overall food experience.
• Ability to effectively lead a team.
• Strong day-to-day and long-term management skills.
• Ability to motivate staff to consistently deliver high standards.
• Ability to think and act creatively within a team.
• Good knowledge of hospitality operations, including butler service, housekeeping, and laundry.
• Good computer skills.

Personal Characteristics

• Passion for creating exceptional guest experiences and a genuine interest in people and guest satisfaction.
• Good interpersonal skills and an open, approachable manner.
• Diligence, meticulousness, and self-motivation.
• Ability to meet deadlines and remain organized.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to share information, teach, and inspire others.
• Bright, enthusiastic, energetic, and caring personality.
• Smart, clean, and presentable appearance.

Other Information

• This is a 2-year fixed-term position based at &Beyond Mnemba Island, Zanzibar.
• Internal applicants are advised to speak to their manager before making an application.
• &Beyond reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Contact Information

Contact Person: Ziphozethu Bota

Application: Candidates should apply through the &Beyond recruitment platform before the closing date.

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Closing Date: 26 October 2026.