Position: Casual Chef (5 Vacancies)

Industry Sector: Hospitality

Remuneration: KShs. 18,000 Net

Employment Nature: Full-time

Location: Airport, Nairobi

Primary Mandate

We are expanding our culinary operations and seeking 5 dynamic Casual Chefs to join our high-volume kitchen unit located at the airport. Your main objective is to execute and present high-quality dishes across both the hot and cold line stations in strict accordance with our standardized recipes. Operating within a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, you will bridge the gap between volume and gourmet presentation while upholding immaculate health, hygiene, and safety standards. This role requires flexibility, technical agility, and a strong collaborative mindset.

Core Workstreams

Food Production & Station Management

• Cook, assemble, and garnish dishes across both hot and cold kitchen sections according to precise menu parameters.

• Ensure all plates leaving the pass adhere to established taste profiles, portion sizes, and presentation standards.

• Complete daily mise en place and prep work efficiently to guarantee smooth service delivery during peak airport traffic hours.

• Assist the culinary team in developing innovative suggestions for daily specials and future menu items.

Hygienic Operations & Safety Protocols

• Enforce absolute cleanliness, sanitation, and systemic organization across all assigned kitchen workstations.

• Adhere strictly to international food safety management systems, correct cooking temperatures, and hygiene regulations.

• Safely operate and clean professional kitchen machinery, reporting any equipment anomalies or maintenance issues immediately.

Inventory Management & Teamwork

• Manage stock rotation utilizing First-In, First-Out (FIFO) methods to minimize raw material wastage.

• Assist supervisors in inventory monitoring, stock counts, and compiling food supply orders.

• Maintain fluid, professional communication with front-of-house staff and kitchen peers to ensure efficient service workflow.

Expertise Profile

The Essentials

• Education: Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts, Food and Beverage Production, or Hospitality Catering.

• Experience: Minimum of 6 months to 2 years of active execution inside a professional commercial kitchen.

• Technical Breadth: Foundational knowledge of diverse hot and cold culinary line techniques and preparation styles.

Required Competencies

• Stress Resistance: Proven capability to deliver consistent results under tight timelines in a high-pressure environment.

• Detail Orientation: An uncompromising eye for consistent food plating and ingredient freshness.

• Growth Mindset: An ongoing willingness to learn new culinary procedures and adapt to changing kitchen requirements.

• Reliability: Disciplined time management, keeping pace with strict shift schedules.

The Value Proposition

• Fast-Paced Exposure: Gain highly sought-after experience in a high-turnover airport culinary operation.

• Skill Diversification: Move seamlessly between hot and cold kitchen lines to refine your comprehensive culinary skills.

• Team Synergy: Work alongside a passionate, professional crew focused on delivering premium hospitality standards.

Submit your CV for the Casual Chef role. Highlight your 6+ months of culinary experience and include a copy of your culinary certificate or diploma.

Apply now to join our airport kitchen team.