Graduate Trainee Program at Hemingways Collection

Are you a young, ambitious professional ready to build an exceptional career in hospitality? The Hemingways Graduate Management Trainee Program is a 2-year remunerated program running from January 2027 to December 2029.

It offers driven graduates an opportunity to learn, grow and develop within a values-led luxury hospitality environment. Through practical exposure, mentorship and leadership development, you will gain the experience needed to become part of the next generation of hospitality leaders.

Are you:

• 26 years old or below
• Equipped with at least two years of working experience
• A graduate with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division or a 3.0 GPA
• Confident, self-driven and proactive
• A strong communicator and analytical thinker
• A self-starter who brings energy, curiosity and initiative 

What awaits you

• Experience within a leading luxury boutique hotel chain in Kenya
• Mentorship and leadership-development coaching from experienced hospitality professionals
• Broad exposure to hospitality operations, providing a strong foundation for career progression
• Structured job rotations across departments and properties, helping you understand how the different functions work together to deliver Hemingways’ strategy
• Competitive remuneration as you learn 
   

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Are you a newly qualified culinary professional with the passion, discipline and creativity to build a successful career in a luxury kitchen?

The Hemingways Culinary Apprentice Program is a remunerated 2-year program running from January 2027 to December 2029 designed for fresh culinary talent looking for structured practical training, exposure to professional kitchen operations and mentorship from experienced chefs.

Through hands-on learning, guided development and progressive responsibility, the program will prepare high-potential apprentices for future roles.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Be 26 years old and below
• Graduates with a 3.0 GPA or Second-class Upper degree in
• Culinary Arts, Food Production or a related field
• Aspiring chefs with 2 years professional experience and a strong desire to learn
• Individuals who are passionate about food, presentation and guest satisfaction
• Team players who can remain organized and focused in a fast-paced kitchen
• Candidates with basic knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety and culinary techniques
• Creative, disciplined and self-driven individuals with strong attention to detail
• Candidates who are flexible and available to work operational shifts

What You Will Gain

• Practical experience across different kitchen sections and culinary disciplines
• Coaching and mentorship from experienced chefs
• Exposure to luxury hospitality standards and professional kitchen systems
• Development in food preparation, presentation, quality control, kitchen organization, food safety and cost awareness
• Continuous feedback and structured culinary skills assessments
• A focused development pathway based on performance, competence and available opportunities
• Competitive remuneration as you learn