Cook at Strathmore University

Basic job summary:

• The Job holder will be responsible for preparing food for sale following established recipes and to help come up with new methods of cooking and new menu items.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Orders food commodities needed as per the menu of the day
• Prepare ingredients and cook different dishes as per the recipes and in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Position, serve and garnish food for sale and special functions
• Properly and hygienically store food items at appropriate temperature
• Estimate expected food consumption and requisition for food items
• Cleans and sanitizes the work areas, tools and other equipment
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the head cook

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

• Diploma in Food Production or a related course from a recognized institution
• Basic computer skills and inventory system skills

Experience:

• At least 2 years work experience in a similar role
• Competencies and Attributes:
• Good Communication Skil
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent Time Management Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Organization and Planning Skills