Chef Job in Kenya

Hospitality Industry, Upper hill

About the Client:

Our client is a 24hours Restaurant located in Upperhill and is looking for a highly skilled, passionate, creative and experienced in diverse cuisine individual to join the team as a Chef.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure preparation of food products are done effectively and correctly as per the laid down procedures
  • Consult and check on daily requirements, functions and last minute events
  • Prepare the daily mis-en-place and food production in different sections of the main kitchen
  • Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
  • Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
  • Ensure all foods and produce received are well labelled, Date stamped and stored correctly
  • Follow the instructions and recommendations from the immediate superiors to complete the daily tasks
  • Ensure the standard recipes for all dishes are followed correctly and maintain uniformity of taste, Quality and portion control
  • Ensure food preparation procedures are followed with critical check on costs and wastage

  • Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation and keep up to date with the new products, recipes and preparation techniques
  • Ensure all relevant documentations are maintained and report the same to immediate supervisor
  • Ensure all stock levels are maintained and correctly documented
  • Ensure to attend to any other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor
  • Instruct and lead subordinates through their daily requirements in food preparation and actively take part in set up and supervising of buffets and special functions
  • Coordinate and participate with other sections of requirements, cleanliness, wastage and cost control
  • Guide and train the subordinates on a daily basis to ensure high motivation and economical working environment
  • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications

  • Diploma or higher national diploma in food production
  • A minimum of 2-3 years’ relevant work experience
  • Knowledge in HACCP

Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent record in kitchen operations and procedures
  • Exceptional cooking skills
  • Computer skills is an added advantage
  • Work planning and organization skills
  • Knowledge in Safety and hygiene awareness
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent customer relations and people management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and under minimum supervision

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send their detailed CVs and cover letters quoting the job title (CHEF-UPPERHILL) as subject to reach us not later than 29th April 2024 to careers@italgloballtd.com  Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.