Private Family Cook
Job summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for full kitchen management, including meal planning, food preparation, organization, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
Min. qualification
Certificate
Experience level
Mid level
Experience length
2 years
Language
English
Working hours
Full Time - Flexible Hours
Applicant location
Kenya
Job description & requirements
Location: Runda, Nairobi (Private Residence)
Position Type: Full-time, Live-in
We are looking for a skilled and reliable female Private Family Cook to join a high-end household in Runda, Nairobi.
This role goes beyond cooking. The successful candidate will be responsible for full kitchen management, including meal planning, food preparation, organization, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate must be versatile, creative, and able to prepare a variety of meals for both adults and young children. The role requires consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a structured home environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily meal preparation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Planning balanced, varied, and creative menus
- Preparing healthy, engaging meals for toddlers and children
- Ability to cook both local and international cuisines
- Full kitchen management: cleanliness, organization, and maintenance
- Pantry and food inventory management (tracking stock and reporting shortages)
- Proper food storage and minimizing waste
- Preparing meals for both small family settings and larger gatherings when required
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a private cook or in a professional kitchen
- Strong knowledge of both local and international cuisines
- Creativity in meal preparation, especially for children
- Ability to plan meals independently and manage a kitchen efficiently
- High standards of cleanliness and organization
- Responsible, disciplined, and able to follow structured routines
- Good communication and ability to coordinate with other staff
Important:
This role requires someone who is consistent, organized, and takes pride in delivering quality meals daily. It is not suitable for candidates with only basic cooking skills.
Only serious and experienced candidates should apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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