Type: 
Paid
Closing date: 
14 Jul 2019
Section: 
Aldabra

JOB TITLE:                               Cook/Gardener

SALARY BAND:                          SG3

RESPONSIBLE TO:                     Island Manager

HOURS OF WORK:                     40HRS PER WEEK, and upon request overtime

Job Responsibilities

  1. To be responsible for all food preparation, serving, clean-up, kitchen hygiene and all equipment. Ensuring that all food wastes are being properly disposed of according to the Aldabra disposal waste policy.
  2. To provide full catering services including baking of bread and other pastry for residents and visitors as per the Island Manager’s request.
  3. To liaise with the Island Manager with regards to food stock and monthly costing for staff meals and also do stock taking and record keeping of all kitchen utensils and equipment.
  4. Maintain the garden for island consumption.
  5. Assist with maintenance and up keep of Research Station, settlement, field camps, trails and equipment, in the absence of visitors.
  6. Compile with all SIF policies relating to wildlife, plants and environment.
  7. Participate in anti-poaching patrol and surveillance under the guidance of the Island Manager or other designated person.
  8. Accompany and guide visitors on Aldabra and ensure that their conduct is environmentally sound and that they abide by SIF policies.
  9. Enforce waste policies and conduct periodic clean-ups with field staff especially within those areas used by tourists and other visitors.

10.         Carry out any work related duties as may be assigned by Supervisor.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS;-

  • Graduate in Food and Beverages or 
  • 5 years working experience as a senior cook