Ntare Louisenlund School is seeking for a Steward to join Facilities Department Kitchen section (Mbarara Hall). A Steward who puts strong emphasis on details, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to teamwork. Previous experience in a kitchen or food service setting is preferred.

Job Summary: The Boarding School Kitchen Steward plays a vital role in the daily operations of the school’s kitchen and dining services. This position focuses on maintaining cleanliness, organization, and overall hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas while supporting food preparation and service tasks as needed. The Kitchen Steward collaborates closely with kitchen staff to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning and Sanitation:

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment using appropriate methods.
• Ensure all kitchen and dining areas are cleaned and sanitized according to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, countertops, and food prep areas throughout the shift.

Food Preparation Support:

• Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning as directed by the kitchen staff.
• Help with setting up and breaking down serving areas for meal service.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor and restock kitchen supplies, including cleaning materials, utensils, and food items.
• Assist in organizing storage areas and managing inventory to ensure efficient workflow.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to all health, safety, and food handling regulations, ensuring compliance with local health department guidelines.
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to the kitchen manager promptly.

Team Collaboration:

• Work effectively with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in training new staff on proper cleaning and sanitation practices.

Waste Management:

• Ensure proper disposal of waste and recyclables in accordance with school policies.
• Participate in composting and recycling programs as applicable.

Customer Service:

Occasionally assist in serving meals and interacting with students and staff, promoting a positive dining experience.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in food service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).

We offer:

• A fully equipped school campus with excellent facilities in a beautiful natural setting in Bugesera.
• An exceptional in-house professional development programme with travel opportunities for further professional development.
• Small learning groups.
• An extensive and diverse co-curricular programme and the possibility of taking part in or offering co-curricular experiences for students.
• Collaboration with an experienced, internationally recognized school in Germany.
• Various partnerships with external educational partners.
• A committed, dedicated, and team-oriented staff.
• An attractive compensation package based on your level of experience. All staff salaries are paid in Rwandan Francs.

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment using appropriate methods.
• Ensure all kitchen and dining areas are cleaned and sanitized according to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, countertops, and food prep areas throughout the shift.
• Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning as directed by the kitchen staff.
• Help with setting up and breaking down serving areas for meal service.
• Monitor and restock kitchen supplies, including cleaning materials, utensils, and food items.
• Assist in organizing storage areas and managing inventory to ensure efficient workflow.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and food handling regulations, ensuring compliance with local health department guidelines.
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to the kitchen manager promptly.
• Work effectively with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in training new staff on proper cleaning and sanitation practices.
• Ensure proper disposal of waste and recyclables in accordance with school policies.
• Participate in composting and recycling programs as applicable.
• Occasionally assist in serving meals and interacting with students and staff, promoting a positive dining experience.

• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in food service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in food service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).