Chef Aaron OKiria, Chef, Founder of SSCI, Restaurateur, Food stylist, Consultant, Tv personality and Husband to one Wife.
Welcome
To the Seven Star Culinary Institute. Your career starts now with SSCI.
You will be introduced to some of the deep rich creations that this land has not been exposed to in cuisine and patisserie classes that have increased the demand for food innovative chefs with the ideal principles of all cooking styles and techniques.
SSCI has a wide range of course units, globally recognized for an ideal performing
chef and more work is being done to increase the learning experience in every
course intake.
In SSCI, you will put into practice what you learn since our programs are 80%
practical [hands-on] experiences in the kitchen studios. Integrated learning programs will allow you to gain real-world travels throughout many continents and cope with the demand of learning different cuisines. Activities include a Valentine’s fine dining experience, trips to hotel industries and food production factories, farms, and more, food cooking competitions within school and out of school, team building activities, and media exposure.
There are some skills you cannot learn in the kitchen studios, so SSCI provides
you with internship opportunities in and out of the country Uganda; with a partnership with some of the best hotels recognized by the standards of a trained professional chef to help students build interpersonal culinary skills, boost their confidence, and get involved in the daily activities like buffet setup, alar carte orders, fast food service and more.
Recognition
Seven Star Culinary Institute is registered with Uganda Registration Services Bureau and
with Directorate of Industrial Training Seven Star Chefs.
Seven Star Chefs is registered with Uganda
Registration Services Bureau.
The institute has also had the opportunity to travel to various countries to teach people the Ugandan culinary arts; and cook for presidents and other dignitaries.
My name is Joanita, a proud alumna of Seven Star Culinary Institute, and I currently work at Aldea Restaurant in Kololo. When I joined SSCI, I had a love for food but very little knowledge of professional cooking. Through the institute’s intense training, supportive instructors, and real kitchen experience, I discovered my potential and gained the confidence to step into the culinary world. Today, I’m part of the team at one of Kololo’s top restaurants, where I prepare and serve high-standard dishes every day. Working at Aldea has taught me the importance of consistency, teamwork, and excellence, and I carry those values with me from SSCI. I’m truly grateful for how far I’ve come and excited about how far I can still go.
NTEGEKA JOANITA- Chef De Partie Aldea Lounge
My name is Zulfa, a graduate of Seven Star Culinary Institute, and I’m currently working at The Oak Café in Kampala. Joining SSCI was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made — it turned my passion for cooking into a real, professional skill. The hands-on training, mentorship, and encouragement I received gave me the confidence to walk into any kitchen and contribute with excellence. At The Oak Café, I’ve grown from being a student to someone trusted with preparing quality meals and handling real customer orders daily. The experience is both humbling and empowering. I’m proud of how far I’ve come, and I know this is just the beginning. I thank SSCI for shaping me into the chef I am today, and I hope to keep learning, growing, and inspiring others who dream of a culinary career.
ZULFA NATIANG-Chef de partie at Oak Cafe Restaurant
My name is Sharifa, a graduate of Seven Star Culinary Institute, and I’m currently working as a Commis Chef at Saba Restaurant in Onomo Hotel, Kololo, Kampala. My journey into the culinary world started with a simple desire to cook professionally, and SSCI gave me the foundation I needed to turn that desire into reality. The skills I learned — from kitchen discipline to food safety and presentation — prepared me to handle the demands of a high-end kitchen. At Saba, I now work alongside experienced chefs, contributing to the preparation of beautifully crafted dishes every day. It’s a dream come true to be part of such a dynamic and professional environment. I’m grateful to SSCI for believing in me and equipping me with the tools I needed to start this exciting journey.
