Cheesemonger/Cold Kitchen Chef
2025-10-11T06:03:30+00:00
Mint Shack Peponi
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FULL_TIME
56 Peponi Road
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Hospitality, and Tourism
Restaurant & Hospitality
2025-10-14T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
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A cheesemonger/cold kitchen chef is responsible for preparing, presenting, and preserving cold food items like salads, cheeses, charcuterie, and appetizers.
Food Preparation: Washing, preparing, and arranging cold foods such as vegetables, fruits, cheeses, and meats. Quality Control: Inspecting ingredients for freshness and ensuring all prepared dishes meet high-quality standards. Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and managing food preservation techniques. Kitchen Maintenance: Keeping the cold kitchen and all equipment spotlessly clean and organized. Menu Development: Planning menus that align with the establishment's offerings and meet legal and nutritional requirements. Staff Management: Supervising and delegating tasks to other kitchen staff members when applicable.
Culinary Skills: Proficiency in food preparation, presentation, and preservation, with a specialization in cold dishes. Technical Skills: Strong knife skills, knowledge of refrigeration equipment, and familiarity with tools like slicers and food processors. Creativity: Ability to create visually appealing and well-presented dishes that are on-brand for the establishment. Food Safety: A thorough understanding of food safety standards and the ability to maintain a sanitary and organized work environment. Menu Planning: Knowledge of menu creation, including balancing nutritional standards and allergen laws. Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in checking ingredient quality and ensuring consistent portion sizes.
Education/Training: A professional culinary apprenticeship or chef's training course is often required. A food handler's certification is also valuable. Experience: Previous experience in quality establishments is typically necessary. Soft Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills are essential. The ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively is also important. Knowledge: Familiarity with various ingredients and their properties, especially those used in cold preparations.
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Vacancy title:
Cheesemonger/Cold Kitchen Chef
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality]
Jobs at:
Mint Shack Peponi
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, October 14 2025
Duty Station:
56 Peponi Road | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, October 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
A cheesemonger/cold kitchen chef is responsible for preparing, presenting, and preserving cold food items like salads, cheeses, charcuterie, and appetizers.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
INTERVIEWS ON: 14th October
2 PM - 4 PM
Mint Shack 56 Peponi Road
Kindly bring your hard copy CV and a pen.
0727488336 / 0737488336
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