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Catering Assistant
2026-06-19T09:48:43+00:00
Express Events
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Hospitality, and Tourism
Restaurant & Hospitality, Cleaning & Facilities
KES
MONTH
2026-06-25T17:00:00+00:00
8

Job Summary:
We are hiring a Catering Chef to prepare food for large-scale events, weddings, and corporate functions off-site or in banquet halls. You will focus on bulk preparation while maintaining the quality and presentation of fine dining.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and prep meals for events based on client contracts.
  • Coordinate with the sales team on menu feasibility.
  • Oversee the cooking process for large quantities of food.
  • Ensure timely preparation and delivery of food to event venues.
  • Manage catering kitchen staff and assign duties.
  • Maintain food safety and temperature logs for transportation.
  • Manage food cost control and inventory specifically for events.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Culinary training and catering experience.
  • Experience cooking in high-volume environments.
  • Ability to work under extreme pressure and adapt to changes.
  • Valid driver’s license (often required for transport).
  • Assist chefs with chopping, peeling, and basic food prep.
  • Pack and load catering supplies and equipment for transport.
  • Set up buffet lines, chafing dishes, and serving stations at event sites.
  • Replenish food and beverage supplies during the event.
  • Clear tables and wash dishes/utensils post-event.
  • Follow all health and safety regulations.
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 25kg).
  • Positive attitude and ability to work in a team.
  • No experience necessary; on-the-job training provided.
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 25kg).
  • Flexible schedule (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
  • Positive attitude and ability to work in a team.
high school
24
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Vacancy title:
Catering Assistant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality, Cleaning & Facilities]

Jobs at:
Express Events

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, June 25 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, June 19 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Summary:
We are hiring a Catering Chef to prepare food for large-scale events, weddings, and corporate functions off-site or in banquet halls. You will focus on bulk preparation while maintaining the quality and presentation of fine dining.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and prep meals for events based on client contracts.
  • Coordinate with the sales team on menu feasibility.
  • Oversee the cooking process for large quantities of food.
  • Ensure timely preparation and delivery of food to event venues.
  • Manage catering kitchen staff and assign duties.
  • Maintain food safety and temperature logs for transportation.
  • Manage food cost control and inventory specifically for events.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Culinary training and catering experience.
  • Experience cooking in high-volume environments.
  • Ability to work under extreme pressure and adapt to changes.
  • Valid driver’s license (often required for transport).

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: high school

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Job Info
Job Category: Hospitality/ Chef/ Cook jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, June 25 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 19-06-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 19-06-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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