Senior Culinary Manager – In Charge of Food Safety
2025-08-18T05:39:51+00:00
Accor
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FULL_TIME
kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional Services
Management
2025-08-29T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Culinary Manager to oversee food safety operations at our prestigious establishment in Nairobi, Kenya. This key leadership role combines culinary expertise with a strong focus on maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive food safety programs across all culinary operations
- Lead and mentor a team of culinary professionals, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols and quality standards
- Collaborate with executive leadership to establish and enforce food safety policies and procedures
- Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections, addressing any issues promptly and effectively
- Oversee menu planning and development, ensuring all items meet food safety requirements
- Manage relationships with local food suppliers and vendors, ensuring compliance with food safety standards
- Stay updated on local and international food safety regulations, implementing changes as necessary
- Develop and deliver food safety training programs for all culinary staff
- Manage budgets and control costs while maintaining high food safety standards
- Investigate and respond to any food safety incidents or customer complaints
- Liaise with local health authorities and represent the organization in food safety matters
- F&B concept development
- HACCP project to be developed and obtained
- Managing daily purchasing and optimising performances
- Food wate program to be 100% under control
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or a related field
Advanced food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification)
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in culinary management with a strong focus on food safety
Proven track record in implementing and maintaining food safety management systems
In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles and their practical application
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in food safety software and documentation systems
Advanced culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cuisines
Experience in menu planning, budgeting, and cost control
Thorough understanding of local and international food safety regulations
Knowledge of foodborne illness prevention and outbreak management
Familiarity with East African culinary practices and food supply chains
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Additional certifications in food safety auditing or HACCP implementation preferred
Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Culinary Manager to oversee food safety operations at our prestigious establishment in Nairobi, Kenya. This key leadership role combines culinary expertise with a strong focus on maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive food safety programs across all culinary operations Lead and mentor a team of culinary professionals, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols and quality standards Collaborate with executive leadership to establish and enforce food safety policies and procedures Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections, addressing any issues promptly and effectively Oversee menu planning and development, ensuring all items meet food safety requirements Manage relationships with local food suppliers and vendors, ensuring compliance with food safety standards Stay updated on local and international food safety regulations, implementing changes as necessary Develop and deliver food safety training programs for all culinary staff Manage budgets and control costs while maintaining high food safety standards Investigate and respond to any food safety incidents or customer complaints Liaise with local health authorities and represent the organization in food safety matters F&B concept development HACCP project to be developed and obtained Managing daily purchasing and optimising performances Food wate program to be 100% under control
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or a related field Advanced food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification) Minimum 5-7 years of experience in culinary management with a strong focus on food safety Proven track record in implementing and maintaining food safety management systems In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles and their practical application Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficiency in food safety software and documentation systems Advanced culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cuisines Experience in menu planning, budgeting, and cost control Thorough understanding of local and international food safety regulations Knowledge of foodborne illness prevention and outbreak management Familiarity with East African culinary practices and food supply chains Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Additional certifications in food safety auditing or HACCP implementation preferred
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Vacancy title:
Senior Culinary Manager – In Charge of Food Safety
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
Accor
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 29 2025
Duty Station:
kenya | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 18 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Culinary Manager to oversee food safety operations at our prestigious establishment in Nairobi, Kenya. This key leadership role combines culinary expertise with a strong focus on maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive food safety programs across all culinary operations
- Lead and mentor a team of culinary professionals, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols and quality standards
- Collaborate with executive leadership to establish and enforce food safety policies and procedures
- Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections, addressing any issues promptly and effectively
- Oversee menu planning and development, ensuring all items meet food safety requirements
- Manage relationships with local food suppliers and vendors, ensuring compliance with food safety standards
- Stay updated on local and international food safety regulations, implementing changes as necessary
- Develop and deliver food safety training programs for all culinary staff
- Manage budgets and control costs while maintaining high food safety standards
- Investigate and respond to any food safety incidents or customer complaints
- Liaise with local health authorities and represent the organization in food safety matters
- F&B concept development
- HACCP project to be developed and obtained
- Managing daily purchasing and optimising performances
- Food wate program to be 100% under control
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or a related field
Advanced food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification)
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in culinary management with a strong focus on food safety
Proven track record in implementing and maintaining food safety management systems
In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles and their practical application
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in food safety software and documentation systems
Advanced culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cuisines
Experience in menu planning, budgeting, and cost control
Thorough understanding of local and international food safety regulations
Knowledge of foodborne illness prevention and outbreak management
Familiarity with East African culinary practices and food supply chains
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Additional certifications in food safety auditing or HACCP implementation preferred
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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