Hospitality and TourismFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Java House is seeking a Team Member Manufacturing (Cook) to join their team in Nairobi. The role involves processing raw proteins and executing production plans for batch processing of raw materials into finished food products such as sauces, soups, and cooked meats, while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Translate work order requests into processed proteins that are accurately cut, sliced, formed, and marinated.
Control and minimize food wastage.
Follow the production plan that processes batch quantities of raw materials into finished products including sauces, soups, and cooked meats.
Keep and demonstrate accurate production records.
Operate machinery with minimal supervision, such as vacuum sealers, food processors, stick blenders, and mincers.
Understand different cooling times and environments required for various products.
Demonstrate knowledge of food preparation and cooking large quantities of food.
Understand all meals prepared in the staff cafeteria (e.g., beef, chicken, veggies, chapati, ugali).
Follow recipes quickly and with minimal supervision.
Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized.
Comply with outlined Food Safety and Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) regulations and procedures.
Key Performance Criteria
Adhere to work schedules and performance criteria.
Perform all work in line with trained SOPs and OSH procedures.
Attend all daily cascade briefings.
Support team development through knowledge sharing and process improvement suggestions.
Deliver products to internal and external customers in full and on time.
Achieve satisfactory scores in all customer quality assessment measures.
Qualifications and Experience
KCSE / O-Level certification.
At least 1 year of experience working as part of a team.
Experience working in an FMCG or food manufacturing environment.
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
