The Danish Embassy in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Chef for the Danish Ambassador’s Residence.
The main tasks will be:
Organize and prepare breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and receptions for formal and informal events at the residence and occasionally at the Danish Chancellery
Assist at events at the other Danish Ambassador’s residence
Create menu items, recipes and develop international foods/dishes
Prepare and cook high-quality dishes
Ensure food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created
Ensure that food product, presentation and plating are of the highest quality and are prepared to serve in a timely manner – including for VIPs.
Managing kitchen stocks by determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering including on-line
Ensure proper overview of expenses and prepare budgets for different kinds of events
Supervising, motivating, and working closely with other Chefs of all levels
Being responsible for food hygiene practices
Being updated on culinary trends – local and international
Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Required qualifications
5-10 years professional Chef experience
Have solid knowledge of local and international cuisine
Have good knowledge of wines
Have good knowledge in baking including bread and cakes
Ability to prepare for conferences for up to 50 pax
Flexible and ready for short-notice events
Relevant education certificates
Competent level of English spoken and written
Valid driving license
Responsible, flexible, and loyal
High level of integrity
Ability to work independently and outside working hours if the need arises
Great interpersonal, inter-cultural skills and team player abilities
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure
Experience working in a diplomatic or international organization is not a requirement but will be considered an added advantage
Employment conditions
Permanent, full-time employment on a local contract based on the relevant legally binding labor market rules of Kenya and Embassy policy/staff rules
Entitlement to 25 working days of paid holiday per full calendar year
Salary will reflect qualifications, relevant experience, and proven work-related results
As part of your salary, you will be covered by a workplace pension scheme
Reasonable coverage of sickness expenses for staff and dependant family members
Candidates interested in the position are invited to send a 1-page cover letter and a detailed CV, including 3 references to recruitment@dpckenya.com not later than 23rd March 2022 The email subject should be “CHEF”.The Embassy of Denmark encourages all relevant applicants to apply for the position, regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity, and personal background. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Apply via :
recruitment@dpckenya.com
