Head Chef & Assistant Sous Chef at Riverside Farm Institute

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn More We have started building our professional LinkedIn page. Follow We’re hiring: Head Chef & Assistant Sous Chef Riverside Farm Institute is looking for two passionate, creative culinary professionals to join our kitchen team in Kafue, Zambia. We specialise in plant-based cuisine that celebrates the best of both worlds — the rich, earthy depth of traditional Zambian cooking and the breadth of international vegan cuisine. From nshima and chibwabwa to Mediterranean mezze, Asian-inspired stir-fries, and Middle Eastern grain bowls — our table is a meeting place of flavours. Head Chef — lead our kitchen, shape the menu, mentor the team Assistant Sous Chef — skilled, eager, ready to grow Head Chef responsibilities include: Crafting a diverse vegan menu spanning Zambian tradition and international cuisine Managing the kitchen food budget and controlling costs Overseeing stock levels, ordering, and minimising waste Mentoring and developing the kitchen team Maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation As RFI grows its educational programmes, we envision the Head Chef playing a key role in teaching vegan cookery — sharing skills with students, community members, and future chefs. A passion for passing on knowledge is a real advantage. Have a genuine passion for vegan and whole-food cooking Are confident cooking both Zambian and international dishes Can work creatively with seasonal, farm-fresh produce Have an interest in food education and skills sharing Thrive in a values-driven, community-oriented environment