CHEF

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook daily meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks) according to the school menu and student dietary needs.
• Ensure meals are nutritionally balanced, age-appropriate, and appealing to children.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in all food preparation and serving areas.
• Supervise and train kitchen assistants, ensuring effective workflow and staff development.
• Manage kitchen inventory, track usage, and maintain stock levels.
• Order ingredients and supplies in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor food waste and implement measures to minimize losses.
• Develop and update weekly and monthly menus in consultation with school management and in alignment with nutritional standards.
• Accommodate students with food allergies or special dietary requirements.
• Coordinate meal schedules to ensure timely service during school breaks and lunch hours.
• Maintain detailed records of daily meal counts, ingredient usage, and hygiene inspections.
• Support food preparation for school events, meetings, and extracurricular activities.
• Liaise with suppliers and ensure the quality and freshness of food items received.
• Enforce all health and safety regulations as per Ministry of Health and county public health standards.
• Report any equipment malfunctions and ensure proper maintenance of kitchen appliances.
• Participate in regular school meetings as required and provide feedback on kitchen operations.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a chef or cook in a busy kitchen (experience in a school or institutional setting is an added advantage)
• Proven ability to prepare a wide range of local and international cuisines
• Knowledge of child nutrition and food allergies is highly desirable
• Certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Production, or related field
• Up-to-date knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (e.g., Public Health Certification)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.