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2025-12-11T12:43:48+00:00
Career Directions Limited (CDL)
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FULL_TIME
 
Kiambu
Kiambu
00100
Kenya
Human Services
Restaurant & Hospitality
KES
 
MONTH
2025-12-25T17:00:00+00:00
 
Kenya
8

Role Summary

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Cook to support daily kitchen operations by preparing quality meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring smooth service. The ideal candidate should be able to follow established menus, handle food preparation efficiently, and work well within a team.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Service

  • Prepare and cook meals according to the set menu and standards.
  • Ensure food is fresh, well-seasoned, and consistently well-presented.
  • Assist in portioning, plating, and timely service of orders.
  • Cater to simple special dietary requests when needed.

Kitchen Operations

  • Support daily kitchen workflow including meal prep, cooking, and cleaning.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas, including cooking surfaces, utensils, and storage areas.
  • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients (FIFO).

Hygiene & Safety

  • Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained properly.

Teamwork & Work Ethic

  • Work well with colleagues across all departments including service staff.
  • Maintain a positive attitude towards work, management, and teammates.
  • Support a harmonious and efficient working environment.

Requirements

  • Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen role.
  • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety ​​standards.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

Key Skills

  • Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
  • Good organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Attention to detail and consistency in food quality.
  • Team player with good communication skills.
  • Reliability, cleanliness, and a positive work attitude.
  • Prepare and cook meals according to the set menu and standards.
  • Ensure food is fresh, well-seasoned, and consistently well-presented.
  • Assist in portioning, plating, and timely service of orders.
  • Cater to simple special dietary requests when needed.
  • Support daily kitchen workflow including meal prep, cooking, and cleaning.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas, including cooking surfaces, utensils, and storage areas.
  • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients (FIFO).
  • Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained properly.
  • Work well with colleagues across all departments including service staff.
  • Maintain a positive attitude towards work, management, and teammates.
  • Support a harmonious and efficient working environment.
  • Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
  • Good organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Attention to detail and consistency in food quality.
  • Team player with good communication skills.
  • Reliability, cleanliness, and a positive work attitude.
  • Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen role.
  • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety ​​standards.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
professional certificate
12
JOB-693abc8449910

Vacancy title:
Cooks

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Human Services, Category: Restaurant & Hospitality]

Jobs at:
Career Directions Limited (CDL)

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, December 25 2025

Duty Station:
Kiambu | Kiambu | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, December 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Role Summary

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Cook to support daily kitchen operations by preparing quality meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring smooth service. The ideal candidate should be able to follow established menus, handle food preparation efficiently, and work well within a team.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Service

  • Prepare and cook meals according to the set menu and standards.
  • Ensure food is fresh, well-seasoned, and consistently well-presented.
  • Assist in portioning, plating, and timely service of orders.
  • Cater to simple special dietary requests when needed.

Kitchen Operations

  • Support daily kitchen workflow including meal prep, cooking, and cleaning.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas, including cooking surfaces, utensils, and storage areas.
  • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients (FIFO).

Hygiene & Safety

  • Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines.
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained properly.

Teamwork & Work Ethic

  • Work well with colleagues across all departments including service staff.
  • Maintain a positive attitude towards work, management, and teammates.
  • Support a harmonious and efficient working environment.

Requirements

  • Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen role.
  • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety ​​standards.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

Key Skills

  • Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
  • Good organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Attention to detail and consistency in food quality.
  • Team player with good communication skills.
  • Reliability, cleanliness, and a positive work attitude.

 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: professional certificate

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Job Info
Job Category: Hospitality/ Chef/ Cook jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, December 25 2025
Duty Station: Kiambu | Kiambu | Kenya
Posted: 11-12-2025
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 11-12-2025
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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