Cook / Mapishi vacancy in Mpanda

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), and academic certificates to the Human Resources Manager by email to:
ajira@edota.co.tz

Copy the application to

edota@info.co.tz

Application deadline: 14 October 2026 at 3:30 PM.

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Position: Community Cooking Instructor
Reports to: Project Manager
Duty Station: Mpanda Town
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: Two-year contract with the possibility of extension

Education Outreach Tanzania (EDOTA) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) registered in 2010 under registration number 00003478. EDOTA works in community development, health promotion, and inclusive community wellbeing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct practical and theoretical cooking training: Provide practical and theoretical cooking training to community-level service providers, together with health and nutrition education to strengthen dietary practices that consider nutrients and food safety.

• Prepare nutritious meals: Design, plan, and cook high-quality and tasty meals that meet specific health needs, for example low-salt foods, foods suitable for people with diabetes, allergen-free foods, vegetarian foods, and meals that provide a balanced combination of nutrients.

• Menu planning: Develop food menus that support health promotion goals while taking into consideration cultural preferences and good taste.

• Control nutritional standards: Ensure accurate food portion measurements and full compliance with ingredient requirements needed for health purposes.

• Kitchen management: Supervise daily kitchen preparations, food safety procedures, and guide kitchen assistants to improve efficiency.

• Hygiene standards: Maintain a completely clean and well-organized environment in full compliance with national food safety guidelines.

Applicant Qualifications and Requirements