Chef at Stellar Human Resource Solutions in Nairobi, Kenya

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    1 week ago

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    29 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Human Resources & Recruitment
    Food Services & Catering

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    Job Description

    This role involves professional food preparation, cooking, and menu execution in a busy kitchen environment. The chef will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene, while also managing stock control and minimizing wastage. The position requires flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Food preparation and cooking
    • Menu execution
    • Stock control and portioning
    • Minimizing food wastage
    • Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
    • Ensuring food quality and presentation

    Required Qualifications

    • Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Hospitality Management, or related field
    • 2–3 years' experience in a professional kitchen
    • Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking & menu execution
    • Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene & HACCP standards
    • Experience in stock control, portioning & minimizing food wastage
    • Strong teamwork, communication & ability to work under pressure
    • Creative, organized and attentive to food quality & presentation
    • Willing to work flexible shifts, weekends & public holidays

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Food Services & Catering

    Minimum Experience

    2 years

    Education Level

    Junior Secondary Certificate (Grade 9 / Equivalent)

    Area of Study

    Hospitality

    Field of Study

    Culinary Arts

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Send your application to the provided email address or visit the application link.

    Master the Kitchen's Rhythm: From Prep to Plate

    Chef roles are won on the line, not just on paper. Hiring managers look for cooks who can handle the heat, keep their station clean, and plate with precision. Show them you understand the flow of a professional kitchen.

    1. Show Your Knife Skills: Highlight your proficiency with different cutting techniques and speed. Mention any specific cuisines you've mastered and how you've contributed to menu development.

    2. Prove Your HACCP Knowledge: Be ready to discuss how you've implemented food safety protocols in past roles. Give concrete examples of how you've maintained hygiene standards and passed health inspections.

    3. Quantify Your Stock Control: Talk about how you've reduced food waste by a certain percentage or managed inventory costs. Numbers speak louder than vague claims.

    4. Prepare for a Practical Test: Many kitchens ask for a trial shift or a dish you can cook on the spot. Practice your signature dish and be ready to adapt to their menu.

    5. Emphasize Teamwork: Cooking is a team sport. Share examples of how you've coordinated with other stations during a busy service and kept communication clear.

    6. Show You Can Handle Pressure: Describe a time when you had to manage a rush or a difficult situation without compromising quality. Resilience is key.

    7. Highlight Your Creativity: Bring a portfolio of dishes you've created or plated. Talk about how you balance creativity with consistency and cost.

    8. Be Flexible: Confirm your willingness to work weekends and holidays. Employers value chefs who can cover shifts when needed.

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    Tags

    culinary
    food safety
    HACCP
    stock control
    menu execution