Commis Chef Trainee (Cold Kitchen) [Openings: 5]

Hospitality

K sh 38,000 – 52,000 gross / month

Openings: 5 Location: Nairobi – Gigiri (UN Ave / Diplomatic restaurants strip) Overview: Our client is a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen serving embassies and business diners. You’ll master mise en place wash, chop, portion, label, and maintain a spotless station under HACCP. Service windows are precise; teamwork keeps plates leaving beautiful and safe. Senior chefs will coach knife grips, batching, and waste control. If you love craft, speed, and cleanliness, this brigade will shape you into a pro. Key Responsibilities: - Prep vegetables, dressings, canapés; label & date. - Maintain cold chain; sanitize stations; control waste. - Assist during service and restock efficiently. Education & Experience: - Certificate/Diploma in Culinary/Food Production; 0–1 year. Skills: - Knife skills, hygiene discipline, stamina, teamwork. KPIs: - Prep accuracy, wastage %, hygiene score, and plating consistency. Compensation (Kenya): - Base: KES 38,000–52,000. - Service premium: KES 400–700 per banquet/event. Estimates from clients; final pay depends on knife test, shift coverage, and speed during trial mise. Benefits: - Medical, meals on duty, uniform, laundry. Growth Path: - Commis → Demi-Chef → Chef de Partie.