Chef at Embassy of Ireland, Kenya -DFA

Role and Responsibilities:

The Embassy is seeking to recruit a full-time Chef for the residence of the Ambassador of Ireland in Nairobi, Kenya.

The Residence is used for entertaining influential stakeholders from across Irish and Kenyan public life, including politicians, business people, cultural leaders and many others, as well as high profile visiting delegations from Ireland. This ranges from small meals to formal dinners and lunches, as well as major receptions and other events.

The Chef plays a crucial and high profile role in the delivery of the Irish Embassy’s business hospitality. The position is busy and highly rewarding with a requirement for high quality and distinctive catering, combining flexibility and flair.

Responsibilities will include:

• Planning, preparation and delivery of all menus for official and private functions at the Residence and for events at the Embassy
• Proposing creative, appetising and innovative menus for official functions and events
• Sole responsibility for the running of the kitchen including stock management and performance that fully complies with Health and Safety standards, including newly introduced measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19
• Full responsibility for sourcing and purchasing supplies for the kitchen, with a view to minimising waste, and delivering value for money, whilst maintaining a high standard
• Monitoring of and accounting for all expenditure within set budget guidelines
• Maintaining the inventory and standard of all kitchen equipment and replenishing where necessary

Essential Requirements:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Diploma in culinary arts or similar qualification.
• Availability for flexible working hours depending on event requirements
• Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving skills
• A flexible attitude, good judgement and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Experience in managing financial budgets and resources
• A high level of discretion, commitment and reliability

The successful candidate must have a legal entitlement to live and work in Kenya prior to recruitment

Desirable qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of local food suppliers and an understanding of Ireland’s food culture
• Understanding of local seasonal and sustainable produce.
• Experience working in a multi-national environment.