Cook

ABOUT THE COMPANY Jumuia Resorts offers a distinctive mixed business model across our three ideal locations, providing comprehensive solutions for conferencing, accommodation, youth centres, leisure getaways, meetings, and weekend retreats. Perfect for business travellers, honeymooners, family getaways, religious events, or just a weekend escape. JOB SUMMARY 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 & QualificationsLevel 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. RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare and cook basic dishes and mise en place sauces, vegetables, etc. under the direction of the Chef.2. Prepare dishes and garnish them before service at the pass.3. Prepare breakfast/lunch, dinner and mise en place in sufficient quality for the day’s business. May prepare breakfast/lunch, dinner dishes a la minute4. Ensure that all food is prepared hygienically under highest standard of quality and presentation with minimum wastage.5. Provide buffet service.6. Maintain a clean and orderly work to the highest hygiene level.7. Ensure that all required preparation is ready at least 30 minutes before the service commences.8. 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.9. Fully Implement the Jumuia resorts SOPs and Strategic plan REQUIRED SKILLS Cooking, food preparation, Compliance, Food and beverage, Work place safety, Kitchen management REQUIRED EDUCATION Diploma, Associate's degree