Background

Staffing Solutions Network is a leading recruitment and HR management firm based in Kenya, committed to connecting businesses with exceptional talent across diverse industries. Established with a mission to bridge the gap between employers and skilled professionals, we bring unparalleled industry expertise, a client-centered approach, and a deep understanding of the Kenyan labor market.

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.

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.

• 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.

• Strong kitchen management experience
• Excellent food preparation skills
• Ability to maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, cost control and service delivery
• 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

• Proven experience in a Head Chef, Head of Kitchen, Sous Chef or similar senior kitchen management position.
• Relevant culinary training or certification will be an added advantage.