Role Description

• The main purpose of a Cook at Jumuia Resorts Limited is to prepare and provide high-quality meals while ensuring strict adherence to food safety, portion control, and nutritional standards. In a hospitality setting, the cook is central to guest satisfaction and the operational efficiency of the kitchen.

Requirements & Qualifications
Level of Education

• At least Secondary School Education KCSE

Specialized training/professional qualification

• At least Diploma in Food Production and Culinary Arts.

Relevant Job Experience

• Must have worked in a similar position for atleast one year.

Other competencies/skills/abilities required

• Must maintain at all times highest standard of hygiene standards including correct food storage temperatures.
• Must have good Planning, organization and attention to details skills.
• Must have drive initiative and creativity.
• Must have time management skills.
• Must be a team player.
• Must have Food Handler certificate.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook basic dishes and mise en place sauces, vegetables, etc. under the direction of the Chef.
• Prepare dishes and garnish them before service at the pass.
• Prepare breakfast/lunch, dinner and mise en place in sufficient quality for the day’s business. May prepare breakfast/lunch, dinner dishes a la minute
• Ensure that all food is prepared hygienically under highest standard of quality and presentation with minimum wastage.
• Provide buffet service.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work to the highest hygiene level.
• Ensure that all required preparation is ready at least 30 minutes before the service commences.
• Work in all areas of the kitchen in order to gain experience at different functions, to eventually be able to perform the tasks carried out by Chef.
• Fully Implement the Jumuia resorts SOPs and Strategic plan