- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationKCSE , Others
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldCatering / Confectionery
Overall Purpose of the Job
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The overall responsibility is to lead the food production process in the hot kitchen area effectively and efficiently while maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
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Specific Duties
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Setting up and stocking production stations with all necessary supplies.
- Preparing hot kitchen menu and having it approved by the Head Chef.
- Performing hot kitchen mise en place.
- Cooking food items using different cooking methods in keeping with the kitchen standards and recipes.
- Proper handling and storage of food both raw and cooked.
- Cleaning up food preparation & production station.
- Timely set up of Baine Marie and buffet station.
- Food service at the Baine Marie counter or buffet station.
- Portion control at the food service station.
- Holding food at the Baine Marie within the safety temperature range.
- Complying with nutrition, sanitation, and safety standards.
- Maintaining a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customers.
- Creativity & innovation in food preparation and presentation.
- Work night shift from time to time to facilitate dinner and breakfast for large groups.
- Promptly report any kitchen equipment breakdown.
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements/Qualifications
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- KCSE and a Certificate in Food Production.
- At least three (3) years’ experience working in a high-pressure food production environment.
Other Desirable Attributes
- A good communicator both oral and written.
- Able to work long hours standing.
- Able to work under minimal supervision.
- Able to work under extreme pressure
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to icipe – African Insect Science for Food and Health on recruit.icipe.org to apply
