Vacancy title:
Cook III

[Type: CONTRACTOR, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality, Food & Beverage]

Jobs at:
Kabete National Polytechnic

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, December 1 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, November 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The current Kabete National Polytechnic has a rich history that dates back to 1924 when the colonial Government started it as a Native Industry Training Depot. Later it was converted to a recruiting barracks for soldiers during the 2nd World war (1939-1945). After the 2nd World war was over it was reverted into a school for 3 years Trade courses for primary levels (former Std 8). With time and the conversion to a new system of Education Kabete became a National Technical Secondary School with the purpose of admitting Std 7 pupils who excelled in their Std 7 National Exams during the 7-4-2-3 system of Education.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and portioning meals according to approved menus;
• Maintaining food hygiene, sanitation and the safe handling of ingredients;
• Receiving, storing and using food items and kitchen materials properly;
• Operating and caring for kitchen equipment and utensils safely
• Keeping food-production and service areas clean;
• Recording production, issues and wastage;
• Complying with occupational safety and food-safety procedures;
• Preparing and cooking meals in accordance with approved menus, hygiene requirements and production schedules.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Certificate in Food and Beverage, Hotel Management, Catering, Hotel and Hospitality Management, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D
• At least three (3) years of relevant industry experience in a comparable position
• A valid Food Handlers Certificate issued by the competent Government health authority
• Proficiency in computer applications..

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, and attach copies of National Identity Card, relevant professional and academic certificates and transcripts.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Principal,
Kabete National Polytechnic,
P.O. Box 29010-00625, NAIROBI.

Applications must reach the undersigned not later than 5.00 pm on 1st December 2026.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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