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Our client, a hospitality establishment based in Karen, Nairobi, is looking for an experienced and dependable Assistant Head of Kitchen to support the Head of Kitchen in managing daily kitchen operations.

The successful candidate will assist in supervising the kitchen team, coordinating food preparation, maintaining food quality and ensuring high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Kitchen in managing daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service.
• Assist in planning and organising food preparation.
• Ensure food is prepared according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation and portion control.
• Assist with monitoring kitchen stock and inventory.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food and ingredients.
• Monitor food wastage and support effective portion control.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assist in implementing food safety and health standards.
• Support training and mentoring of junior kitchen staff.
• Coordinate kitchen activities during busy service periods.
• Report stock, equipment and operational issues to the Head of Kitchen.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Head of Kitchen when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as an Assistant Head Chef, Sous Chef, Senior Cook or similar kitchen supervisory role.
• Good knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Previous experience supervising or coordinating kitchen staff.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety requirements.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Good knowledge of stock handling and portion control.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Relevant culinary training or certification will be an added advantage.

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Our client, a hospitality establishment based in Karen, Nairobi, is seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of Kitchen to oversee daily kitchen operations and lead the kitchen team.

The ideal candidate should have strong kitchen management experience, excellent food preparation skills and the ability to maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, cost control and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Plan and coordinate food preparation and production.
• Supervise, coordinate and provide direction to kitchen staff.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, presentation and portion sizes.
• Monitor food preparation processes and ensure recipes and kitchen standards are followed.
• Manage kitchen inventory, stock levels and ingredient usage.
• Control food wastage and support effective food cost management.
• Ensure proper storage, handling and preparation of food.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
• Train, mentor and support kitchen team members.
• Coordinate kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with management on menu planning and kitchen improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable food safety and health standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a Head Chef, Head of Kitchen, Sous Chef or similar senior kitchen management position.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing and supervising kitchen staff.
• Good understanding of food costing, portion control and stock management.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant culinary training or certification will be an added advantage.