Head Chef
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Job summary
On behalf of our client, a growing food production and hospitality brand, we are seeking an experienced and highly organized Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, menu execution, food quality control, staff supervision, and cost management.
Min Qualification:
Diploma
Experience Level:
Senior level
Experience Length:
4 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 9 to 5
Applicant Location:
Kenya
Job descriptions & requirements
๐๐ผ๐ฏ ๐ง๐ถ๐๐น๐ฒ: Head Chef
๐๐ป๐ฑ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐: Hospitality | Food Production | FMCG | Restaurant Operations
๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Thika
๐๐บ๐ฝ๐น๐ผ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ง๐๐ฝ๐ฒ: Full-Time (Onsite)
๐ฆ๐ฎ๐น๐ฎ๐ฟ๐: KES 80,000 โ 100,000 Gross
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ ๐ง๐ผ: General Manager / Operations Manager
๐ฃ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ข๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐
The role is responsible for ensuring consistent food standards, operational efficiency, compliance with hygiene regulations, and delivery of exceptional customer experiences while maintaining profitability.
๐๐ฒ๐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฝ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐
ย โข Oversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, plating, and service delivery.
ย โข Lead, supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure productivity and performance.
ย โข Develop, review, and standardize recipes, menus, and portion controls.
ย โข Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and taste across all products.
ย โข Monitor food costs, wastage, and inventory levels to maintain profitability.
ย โข Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and health regulations.
ย โข Manage procurement planning and coordinate with suppliers on kitchen requirements.
ย โข Conduct stock control, monitor expiry dates, and enforce FIFO procedures.
ย โข Introduce new menu ideas and support product innovation based on customer trends.
ย โข Investigate customer complaints relating to food quality and implement corrective measures.
ย โข Prepare operational reports relating to kitchen performance, stock, and costs.
ย โข Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operational.
๐ค๐๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ & ๐๐
๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ
ย โข Diploma or Bachelorโs Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Hospitality Management, or related field.
ย โข Minimum 4โ6 yearsโ experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or Head Chef role.
ย โข Experience in restaurants, hotels, poultry/FMCG food production, or high-volume kitchens is highly preferred.
ย โข Strong knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and kitchen operations.
ย โข Experience in menu costing, inventory control, and kitchen budgeting required.
ย โข Certification in Food Safety or HACCP is an added advantage.
๐๐ผ๐ ๐๐ผ ๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐น๐
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through: https://humancapitaloutsourcing.co.ke/application/151
๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ: 20 May 2026
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