Hospitality · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent GroupSous Chef (Mombasa)
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About this role
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Role overview
A leisure business in Nyali, Mombasa is hiring a full-time Sous Chef. This role suits someone with experience in busy kitchen environments who can assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring consistent food quality across various sections.
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What you will do
- Assist the Head Chef with daily planning, staffing, and running kitchen operations.
- Work directly in grills, hot kitchen, vegetarian sections, and support food production and quality.
- Ensure consistent food presentation, quality, and service standards throughout the kitchen.
- Help prepare and manage large-scale food service during busy periods like weekends and holidays.
- Support banqueting events such as weddings, conferences, and corporate dinners.
- Train and guide kitchen staff to maintain high standards across different sections.
- Contribute ideas for menu development and help grow the food and beverage service.
Requirements
- Diploma or Certificate from Kenya Utalii College or an equivalent hospitality institution.
- At least 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef or similar role, ideally in a 3-star hotel or higher.
- Strong practical skills in grills and hot kitchen operations.
- Experience managing banqueting and large volume food service.
- Valid Food Handler's Certificate.
- Ability to train and maintain standards among kitchen staff in multiple sections.
- Comfortable working in a busy leisure environment including weekends, school holidays and public holidays.
Benefits
The job offers competitive pay, meals during duty, and a renewable two-year contract with opportunities for career growth.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact with your application. Include your qualifications and relevant experience. The employer has not published a closing date.