Office Cook at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Requirements:

• Plan menus.
• Direct and coordinate food or beverage preparation.
• Prepare and cook foods/meals of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
• Determine how food should be presented and ensure quality of meals.
• Determine food or beverage costs and estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
• Order and maintain inventory of food and supplies needed to ensure efficient operations.
• Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to staff and be aware of changing culinary trends.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Maintaining high level of hygiene in the kitchen including the dishes.
• Other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least five years’ experience as a home cook/ safari camp or both.
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Kiswahili Languages
• Have a Certificate/Diploma.
• Must have Food handling certificate.
• Must be able to provide a 4-week Menu.
• High level of personal cleanliness.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with safety requirements, safe work practices and health regulations pertaining to food preparation and service.
• Enjoy cooking and able to organise efficient work schedules.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written.
• Able to work as a leader and as part of a team.
• Be punctual and excellent time management skills.
• Able to work under pressure and stay calm in difficult situations.
• Honest and attention to detail