Kenya Methodist University
KeMU/KHSL /CS/2/1/2024
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting/deboning meat etc.)
- Prepare meals using various utensils/cookers
- Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
- Serve customers
- Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- Follow health and safety guidelines
- Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Participate in menu planning and development.
- Able to effectively control the Food & Beverage Cost.
- Control the Food and Beverage outlets in terms of wastage, pilferage and efficiency.
- Participate in stock taking at the Cafeteria.
- Perform any other duty assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Skills:
- KCSE Certificate with a mean grade of D+.
- Qualification from a culinary school will be an advantage
- Proven experience as cook (3 years’ experience as a cook preferably in a busy star rated hotel or comparable organization)
- Valid food handlers’ certificate
- Computer literate
- Attention to detail, creativity, passion and sense of business.
- Knowledgeable of food safety regulations.
- Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi task
- Ability to work in a team
- Excellent physical condition and stamina
Method of Application
Interested candidates should send three (3) copies of their application, accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, National ID card or passport, and any other relevant testimonials.
An electronic copy in PDF format to the Vice Chancellor through email address application.january24@kemu.ac.ke
Three hard copies marked as per the position should be sent to:
The Vice Chancellor
Kenya Methodist University
P. O. Box 267 – 60200
MERU, KENYA
To be received on or before 30th January 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The shortlisted candidates will be required to bring the following:
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
- Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigation Department.
- Letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes) from at least three persons familiar with the applicant’s professional experience and general character one of whom must be the pastor of their local church.
All the positions above require individuals who are committed to Christian values and are of high ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism.
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To apply for this job email your details to application.january24@kemu.ac.ke
