Chinese Cuisine Cook

About the role

Nexus Staffing Solutions is recruiting on behalf of its client for an experienced Chinese Cuisine Cook to join a kitchen team in Macgray Business Park, Nairobi. The cook should understand Chinese cooking techniques, prepare consistent and tasty meals, and take pride in food quality, presentation and kitchen hygiene. The position is full-time.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of Chinese dishes with authentic flavours and consistent quality.
• Prepare ingredients, sauces, marinades and accompaniments for Chinese cooking.
• Apply techniques such as stir-frying, steaming, deep-frying and wok cooking where relevant to the menu.
• Follow recipes and keep taste, portion sizes and presentation consistent.
• Ensure food is handled, stored and prepared safely.
• Keep kitchen workstations and equipment clean and organised.
• Monitor ingredient use and minimise food wastage.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff for timely preparation and service, and support menu preparation and dish improvement suggestions.

Required profile

• Proven practical experience as a cook or chef specialising in Chinese cuisine.
• Good knowledge of Chinese ingredients, seasonings, cooking methods and popular dishes.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, safe food handling and kitchen sanitation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen, with reliability, discipline, teamwork and attention to detail.
• Culinary training or certification is an added advantage; practical skills are essential.
• Must be able to report to work early next week.

What we offer

• Monthly salary of KSh 35,000 to 40,000 depending on experience and suitability.
• A full-time position in a professional kitchen environment.