School/Employer: Maru-a-Pula School
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Closing Date: 5 December 2025
Start Date: Not specified (likely early 2026)
Employment Type: Not explicitly stated, but appears full-time
Role Overview
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Lead and supervise the school catering team, kitchen operations, and cafeteria.
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Design menus and serve nutritious, appealing meals to 200+ students and staff daily.
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Oversee catering for school events, high-level functions, and special occasions.
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Bring innovation and creativity to the culinary offerings.
Requirements
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Diploma or higher in Culinary Arts or a related field.
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Minimum 5 years professional kitchen experience.
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Strong leadership, planning, and execution skills.
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Experience in food costing, budgeting, and menu design.
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Knowledge of safety, hygiene, and food standards.
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Ability to train and mentor kitchen staff.
Application Instructions
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Submit applications to hr@maruapula.org as a single PDF including:
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Subject heading with position title
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Cover letter explaining suitability
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CV with contact details of three referees
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Certificates not required unless requested at interview.
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Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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Must be prepared for criminal record clearance and background checks in line with child protection policies.