Role Overview
Based in Karen, Nairobi, the Assistant Head of Kitchen helps the Head of Kitchen keep daily food preparation and service running smoothly. The role combines hands-on coordination of the kitchen team with oversight of food quality, safe handling, cleanliness and stock use, and includes leading operations when the Head of Kitchen is away.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate kitchen staff across preparation and service, adjusting tasks to meet the needs of busy periods.
- Organise food preparation and check that dishes follow established recipes, with consistent taste, presentation and portion sizes.
- Monitor ingredient stocks, storage conditions and handling practices, and raise supply or equipment concerns with the Head of Kitchen.
- Help control food costs by watching portion sizes and wastage.
- Maintain clean work areas and support compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.
- Guide and support junior team members, including helping them develop sound kitchen practices.
- Step in to oversee kitchen operations when the Head of Kitchen is unavailable.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Previous experience in a kitchen supervisory position, such as Assistant Head Chef, Sous Chef, Senior Cook or a comparable role.
- Practical knowledge of food preparation and the day-to-day running of a professional kitchen.
- Experience coordinating or supervising kitchen staff.
- Understanding of food hygiene, safe ingredient handling, stock management and portion control.
- Ability to maintain reliable standards of food quality and presentation in a fast-paced service environment.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Culinary training or a relevant certificate is an advantage.
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