CHEF

JOB TITLE: CHEF

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY

SALARY: KSHS.25,000

JOB LOCATION: WESTLANDS, NAIROBI

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Food Preparation & Production

• Plan and execute daily meal preparation in accordance with menu requirements.
• Prepare, cook, and present meals to established quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and food quality.
• Develop daily specials and contribute ideas for menu improvements where appropriate.
• Monitor food preparation processes to ensure timely service.

Kitchen Operations

• Organize and manage kitchen activities to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Ensure adequate preparation of ingredients and proper storage of food items.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate replenishment needs to management.
• Minimize food wastage through effective inventory and portion control practices.

Food Safety & Hygiene

• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and cleanliness at all times.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and kitchen operating procedures.
• Properly handle, store, and label food products to prevent contamination.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas.

Quality Control

• Inspect ingredients and finished dishes to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.
• Address any food quality concerns promptly and professionally.

Teamwork & Coordination

• Work closely with kitchen and service staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Support a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Assist in training junior kitchen staff when required.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Hospitality, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working as a Chef in a restaurant, hotel, café, or similar hospitality establishment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.