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- Nairobi, Kenya
- Full-time
- Opportunity Type: Current Opening
Company Description
Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health.
AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education. It is committed to progressively developing innovative programmes catering to the present and future African and global health needs.
The University offers postgraduate, undergraduate, higher diploma, diploma· and certificate programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that prepare human resources for health to serve throughout the health system.
AmIU will become the Pan African University in Primary Health care and seeks to train transformational leaders who will Inspire Lasting Change. For more on Amref International University, please visit https://amref.ac.ke
Job Description
Primary Purpose of the Job
The primary purpose of this role is to maintain a clean and hygienic working environment in the kitchen in line with the strategic objectives of the culinary unit within the university.
Principal Responsibilities
- Cleaning and sanitization of the general kitchen.
- Proper handling and cleaning of utensils, equipment and crockery.
- Check kitchen equipment daily to ensure they are in good working condition and promptly report any defects/malfunctions to the caterer.
- Ensure proper waste management by disposing of bins and cleaning grease traps.
- Ensure correct use of detergents and all tools of work issued.
- Assist with food preparation, such as blending soups, washing and peeling vegetables.
- Assist in transporting food, beverages and other items to and from the kitchen.
- Set up and break down service areas for all special functions (buffet, barbecue, etc.).
- Assist the kitchen team in replenishing food items, crockery, cutlery, etc
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance.
- Perform any other reasonable requests as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Education, knowledge and experience
- High school education with a minimum grade of KCSE D+ (plus)
- School Leaving Certificate
- 1-2 Years Experience
Skills and Competencies
- Must have basic housekeeping skills.
- Basic knowledge on food safety and HACCP plan.
- Accommodative and adaptive to new changes and regulations.
- Be able to work with speed and under pressure.
- Flexible and able to handle multiple concurrent tasks.
- Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritize workload and work with minimal supervision.
- a quick learner willing to go the extra mile
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. The closing date will be 20th March 2025.
All Amref International University open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly note that official emails from AmIU will arrive from an @amref.ac.ke or @amref.org address.
Amref International University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref International University is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy
