- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationDiploma
- Experience3 – 3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldCatering / Confectionery
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
Method of Application
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.