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Cook job at UBORA Tanzania Foundation


2026-10-28 Posted on
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Vacancy title:
Cook

Employment type: Contractor, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality, Cleaning & Facilities

Jobs at:
UBORA Tanzania Foundation

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, November 18 2026

Duty Station:
Siha District, Kilimanjaro | Dar es Salaam

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

About the role

To prepare and serve safe, nutritious and timely meals for learners and staff, supporting healthy growth, concentration and learning.

Reports to: Administrative Officer

Overall accountability: The Cook is accountable for the quality, hygiene, timeliness and cost-effectiveness of all meals prepared in the school kitchen.

Accountability question: Are UBORA learners and staff receiving safe, nutritious and well-prepared meals, on time, every day?

Key responsibilities

Meal Preparation & Service

  • Prepare daily meals following the approved weekly menu and portion guidelines.
  • Serve every meal on time according to the school timetable.
  • Treat learners with kindness and patience at every meal time.

Food Safety & Hygiene

  • Follow food-safety and hygiene standards at every stage, from receiving to storage, cooking and serving.
  • Clean the kitchen, utensils and equipment after every meal, and deep-clean the kitchen every week.
  • Maintain high personal hygiene, and keep the food-handler’s medical certificate valid at all times.

Stores & Stock Management

  • Receive and check food supplies against delivery notes, and record all stock received and used each day.
  • Store food correctly to prevent spoilage and pests, and use older stock first.
  • Report low stock at least 3 days before it runs out.

Waste & Cost Control

  • Keep food waste to a minimum through accurate portioning and planning.
  • Report weekly on food usage and waste to the Administrative Officer.

Kitchen Safety

  • Use gas, firewood or electric equipment safely, and report faults immediately.
  • Keep the kitchen free of hazards, and keep children out of cooking areas.

Minimum qualifications

  • Education: Certificate in Food Production or Catering
  • Experience: 3+ years
  • Languages: English, Kiswahili
  • A valid food-handler’s medical certificate
  • At least 3 years’ experience working as a cook
  • Basic literacy and numeracy for stock records
  • Added advantage: Experience in a school or institutional kitchen

Core competencies & skills

  • Food Preparation & Cooking Skills
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
  • Stock Management & Record-Keeping
  • Time Management & Reliability
  • Teamwork, Honesty & Care for Children

What we offer

  • 2-year fixed-term contract, including a 3–6 month probation period
  • Start date: January 2027
  • Competitive remuneration set by UBORA’s Board-approved Compensation Schedule
  • A clear career pathway with defined grades, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and promotion based on merit
  • Starting grade depends on verified qualifications and experience, in line with UBORA’s Scheme of Service

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure

Apply by 18 Nov 2026

Application Link:

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