Trianum Head Chefs Jobs in Kenya

Trianum is the leading hospitality management company in Kenya. It is currently managing 5 Hotels and Serviced Apartments with over 500 rooms and has 1 new property scheduled to open soon.

We are seeking to fill the following position:

Head Chef

2 Positions

Job Summary: To ensure the smooth running of all Food and Beverage production outlets as well as ensure practice of high standards of hygiene, quality and productivity.

He/She interacts with the rest of the departments as a member of the team as well as the team from Trianum Hospitality. He/she is responsible for promoting the desired work culture around Trianum’s core values.

Professional Training

• Diploma/Certificate in Food production/Culinary arts from any Hospitality recognized Institution.
• Proficiency in hotel management systems and Microsoft office applications

Experience

• Candidates must have at least 2 years’ working experience in the same position, from either 3 or 4* hotels/hotel apartments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises other Food Production personnel on food preparation according to well defined recipes and menus and follows up and discusses ways of constantly improving the cuisine at the property.
• Actively involves in menu development/review and maintaining updated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to health standards in addition to explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• Works in close liaison with the F&B Controller and Stores personnel to ensure strict adherence to cost control policies and procedures. Estimate amounts and costs and requisition supplies and equipment.
• Planning, organizing and controlling the operations in the kitchen
• Coordinating food requirements with other supervisory staff
• Train and instruct cooks and workers in proper food preparation procedures.
• Supervise and lead staff in cost control management of food, supplies and equipment.
• Display exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment, counselling employees as appropriate and demonstrating a dedicated and professional approach to management.
• Ensure proper grooming and hygiene standards for all kitchen staffs
• Ensures all kitchen employees maintain required food handling and sanitation certifications
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on food quality, presentation and service levels

Please send your cover letter, indicating your suitability to this role together with a copy of your updated resume, your current and expected remuneration and benefits to: hr@trianum.co.ke by Friday, 2nd June 2018.

Trianum is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.