Cook at Impala Club Kenya

Impala Club wishes to fill the position of COOKS with the following description. 
Category: Restaurant/sports/gym /recreational facilities    

Offer: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience    
Education, Experience and Knowledge -:     
Education    

Basic

The ideal candidate will be a Kenyan citizen who has the following:
Key Qualifications
Professional Qualifications and Experience

• High school Certificate/ diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage
• 3yrs+ relevant experience in Food production
• Proven experience as cook
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Knowledge in Technical Areas (experience);    

Key Duties

The cook is responsible for:

• Preparation of Mis-en plus items before start of shift.
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment; 
• Ensuring that cooking utensils are clean before each use. 
• Cooking food as per the orders received and menu.
• Receiving, clarifying and reading the orders to ensure order is prepared as per the requirements.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served and dispatching them to the Service Staff.
• Ensure the work area and equipment’s are clean and orderly. 
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages. Especially when the Head chef is away.
• Ensuring that food portions and food presentation meet company standards.
• Monitoring supplies and re-ordering stock as needed.
• Cleaning and sterilizing food preparation areas.
• Assisting other cooks to ensure that food orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Efficiently resolving problems with customers’ orders.
• Ensuring that food health and safety regulations are followed.
• Ensure the gas is off while not in use to reduce wastage and for safety.
• Ensure all safety measures are taken seriously to safeguard safety of the colleagues and yourself.

Competencies & Interpersonal Skills;

• Good communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Coordination skills.
• Clean and presentable
• Relevant Technical skills
• Team Player

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE: The job description is not the exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.