Strathmore University has announced new career and academic opportunities for qualified professionals and researchers. The latest openings include positions in catering services as well as a fully funded PhD fellowship in healthcare management research.
These opportunities are ideal for individuals seeking to work in one of Kenya’s leading private universities while contributing to excellence in food service, hospitality, and research. Interested applicants should review the responsibilities and application deadlines for each opportunity before submitting their applications.
Below are the available vacancies.
1. Catering Chef
Application Deadline: 3rd July 2026
Job Summary
The Catering Chef is responsible for planning, preparing, and overseeing the production of high-quality meals for catered events, functions, and special occasions within the university.
The position ensures that all dishes are prepared in accordance with food safety standards, event requirements, and quality expectations while supervising kitchen staff involved in function catering.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan menus for catered events, functions, and special occasions.
- Prepare and oversee the production of high-quality meals.
- Ensure meals meet event specifications and client expectations.
- Supervise kitchen staff assigned to catering functions.
- Coordinate food preparation activities to ensure timely service.
- Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Monitor adherence to university catering standards.
- Manage food production efficiently during events.
- Support smooth execution of university catering services.
2. Associate Cafeteria Supervisor
Application Deadline: 8th July 2026
Job Summary
The Associate Cafeteria Supervisor is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the university cafeteria. The role supports efficient food service delivery, staff coordination, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction while assisting the Cafeteria Supervisor in maintaining a high-quality dining experience for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise daily cafeteria operations.
- Support efficient food service delivery.
- Coordinate cafeteria staff during daily operations.
- Assist the Cafeteria Supervisor in operational management.
- Ensure cleanliness across cafeteria facilities.
- Promote a high standard of customer service.
- Enhance the dining experience for students, staff, and visitors.
- Monitor compliance with health and safety standards.
- Help maintain quality service throughout cafeteria operations.
- Support continuous improvement of cafeteria services.
3. PhD Fellowship in Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DIDIDI)
Application Deadline: 31st July 2026
Fellowship Overview
The Institute of Healthcare Management and the Centre for Climate Change and Health at Strathmore University Business School invite applications for one (1) PhD Fellowship under the Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DIDIDI) project.
The successful applicant will undertake doctoral research at Strathmore University and will be registered for the Doctor of Philosophy in Healthcare Management programme.
Research Focus
The fellowship will focus on:
- Economic evaluation of current diagnostic methods for Schistosomiasis.
- Economic evaluation of new diagnostic technologies for Schistosomiasis.
- Research involving Kenya and Uganda.
- Digital dashboards in diagnostic innovations.
- Healthcare management research.
Programme
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Healthcare Management.
- Hosted at Strathmore University.
- Research conducted under the Institute of Healthcare Management and the Centre for Climate Change and Health at Strathmore University Business School.
Why Apply?
These opportunities provide candidates with a chance to join Strathmore University in professional and academic roles that contribute to quality service delivery and impactful research. Whether supporting university catering operations or advancing healthcare management research, successful applicants will become part of an institution committed to excellence in education, innovation, and service.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the respective closing dates indicated for each opportunity.
