COOK at Mpesa Foundation Academy (2POSTS)

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Thika Kenya

July 18, 2022

Careers in Hospitality and Tourism

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Mpesa Foundation Academy

The M-PESA Foundation Academy is a coeducational and fully residential secondary International Baccalaureate World School. The Academy offers both the IB Diploma Programme and the IB Career-Related Programme, and IB Middle Years Programme. Driven by leadership, entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, the Academy serves talented but economically disadvantaged students with demonstrated academic and leadership potential.

JOB REF:                   CKS/07/2022

LINE MANAGER:    HEAD CHEF

DURATION:               FULL TIME – PERMANENT

Reporting to the Head Chef, the cook will be responsible for preparation of quality and balanced meals to students, staff and guests in the academy. He/she will also assist in implementation of the academy menu.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in development and provision of a well-balanced menu and timely preparation and serving of meals

• Responsible for production of safe, quality and tasty foods and beverages.

• Ensure that food is requested according to the number of students and staff in the academy and that there is no wastage of food.

• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and the highest standard of hygiene in food handling and in the work area in line with the public health regulations on food safety.

• Taking care of catering equipment and utensils by taking regular inventories and reporting any loss or breakage of items.

• Ensure that the kitchen is locked and keys kept safely upon closure.

• Ensure that waste is segregated during food preparation.

• Cook is expected to be flexible, from time to time he/she may be added task in line with their role by their direct manager.

Person’s Specifications

• Diploma of equivalent in food preparation from a recognized institution;

•  At least 3 years’ experience as a cook in a comparable institution;

• Please read the job description before you apply for the position.

Application Procedure:

Send your application letter and CV as one document to recruitment@mpesafoundationacademy.ac.ke not later thanFriday 15^th July 2022 stating clearly on the email subject line The job title and reference of  the position you are applying for. E.g. ADMISSION CONTRACTOR ADM/07/2022. Please note, only soft copy/ email applications to the address provided will be accepted.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

NOTE: MPESA FOUNDATION ACADEMY DOES NOT CHARGE RECRUITMENT FEES