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Private Household Cook
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractFull TimePosted2026-08-29Close dateNot specifiedExperience2 yearsSourceJobWeb Kenya
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AI summary
Janta Kenya is recruiting a private household cook in Nairobi to plan and prepare fresh, healthy, balanced meals for a client, manage groceries and kitchen stocks, and maintain high hygiene and food-safety standards. The role suits a food-curious, organised culinary professional comfortable working discreetly in a private home.
- Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals tailored to client dietary needs
- Manage grocery lists, kitchen stocks, and food storage
- Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Nutrition or related field
- At least 2 years’ professional cooking experience preferred
- Valid food handler’s certificate preferred
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in hospitality, internship, CookThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
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- Place your strongest Private Household Cook evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Janta Kenya and the role in Nairobi.
- Add concrete examples related to hospitality, internship, Cook, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
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- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Private Household Cook role in hospitality, internship?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Nairobi under the listed contract or schedule?
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Responsibilities
- Prepare fresh, healthy, balanced, and enjoyable daily meals for the client.
- Develop weekly meal plans based on the client’s dietary needs, preferences, and health requirements.
- Adapt meals and recipes to meet specific nutritional or dietary requirements.
- Prepare occasional meals for household members and visitors.
- Introduce variety into meals through different cuisines, ingredients, flavours, and cooking styles.
- Research and experiment with new recipes and healthier versions of different dishes.
- Ensure meals are well presented, flavourful, and nutritionally balanced.
- Prepare grocery lists and support the purchase or ordering of required ingredients.
- Select fresh, high-quality ingredients suitable for the client’s dietary needs.
- Monitor kitchen food stocks and ensure essential ingredients are available.
- Properly store, label, and manage food to minimise waste.
- Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
- Prepare meals in advance where required and ensure appropriate storage.
- Work with nutrition or medical recommendations provided by the client where applicable.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while working within the private household.
- Qualifications
- Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Hospitality, Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
- At least 2 years’ practical
Experience
- preparing meals professionally, preferably within a private household, hotel, restaurant, wellness, or hospitality environment.
- Strong ability to prepare healthy and balanced meals.
- Knowledge of nutrition, specialised diets, or therapeutic meal preparation will be an added advantage.
- Valid food handler’s certificate is preferred.
- Ability to prepare a variety of both local and international dishes.
- Ideal Candidate
- The successful candidate should:
- Be
- food curious
- , creative, and genuinely interested in food.
- Enjoy experimenting with new ingredients, cuisines, recipes, and cooking techniques.
- Have a good understanding of healthy cooking methods.
- Be able to prepare varied meals rather than relying on a limited range of dishes.
- Be organised and able to plan meals and groceries effectively.
- Have strong food hygiene and kitchen organisation skills.
- Be discreet, trustworthy, dependable, and professional.
- Be receptive to feedback and willing to adjust meals according to the client’s preferences and health requirements.
Source and provenanceSource: JobWeb Kenya. Last checked: 2026-09-24.Kazi Connect is a job discovery service, not the employer. Always confirm the vacancy at the original source.Summaries may be AI-assisted. Report inaccurate content.
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