Sous Chef and Butler

Vacancy Announcement
OPEN TO: All Interested Applicants
POSITION: Sous Chef and Butler – High-Level Diplomatic Household
OPENING DATE: October 01, 2026
CLOSING DATE: October 30, 2026
WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week
SALARY: Competitive
A high-level diplomatic household in Kacyiru is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Sous Chef and Butler.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The Sous Chef and Butler is responsible for supporting the preparation, presentation, and service of high-quality meals while providing professional hospitality and household dining services within the residence. The position works closely with the Head Chef and residential staff to ensure that meals, dining arrangements, and official and non-official functions are professionally planned, prepared, coordinated, and executed.

The incumbent is responsible for assisting with menu preparation, food production, kitchen organization, food safety and hygiene, as well as providing attentive table and beverage service and assisting with the preparation and coordination of residential functions.

The position requires a high degree of professionalism, discretion, confidentiality, courtesy, attention to detail, and flexibility. The incumbent must maintain a welcoming and well-organized environment for the employer, family members, and guests at all times. Prior experience in a 4- star or 5-star hotel, private residence, diplomatic household, or reputable hospitality establishment is highly desirable.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Head Chef with the planning, preparation, cooking, presentation, and service of daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, refreshments, and meals for official and non-official functions.

• Prepare a variety of dishes according to established recipes, menus, dietary requirements, and the preferences of the employer and guests, while maintaining consistent standards of quality, taste, presentation, and portion control.

• Prepare and organize mise en place, sauces, stocks, salads, desserts, garnishes, and other food components required for daily meals and functions.

• Ensure that food is prepared, handled, stored, and served in accordance with appropriate food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and temperature-control standards.

• Maintain the kitchen in a clean, organized, and hygienic condition and ensure that kitchen equipment, utensils, work surfaces, refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas are properly cleaned and maintained.

• Monitor the quality, freshness, and proper storage of food products and ingredients and promptly report any concerns regarding spoilage, shortages, or food safety.

• Assist with receiving, checking, organizing, and properly storing food products, beverages, and kitchen supplies, ensuring appropriate stock rotation and minimizing waste.