Hospitality and TourismFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
About Keep IT Cool
Supported by Google, Keep IT Cool offers an advanced smart distribution platform that delivers cold chain services to underserved areas. This platform reduces post-harvest losses, improves market access, and enhances supply chain efficiency by 98%. It also promotes sustainability by cutting carbon emissions by 51% through innovations such as solar-powered technologies.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Value Addition Lead to join our team in Nairobi. In this role, you will oversee and manage food production processes, value-addition strategies, and commercial kitchen operations. You will lead kitchen teams, optimize profitability, and ensure high standards of food safety and quality control.
Key Responsibilities
Manage commercial kitchen operations and food production processes.
Lead, mentor, and coordinate kitchen teams to maintain maximum efficiency and high performance.
Oversee and design menu engineering, food costing, and production planning.
Implement and maintain strict food safety protocols and quality control systems.
Manage operational budgets to control expenses and maximize overall profitability.
Drive innovative value addition initiatives for cold chain products.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Food Production, Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Science, or a related field.
At least five (5) years of experience managing commercial kitchen operations, food production, or value addition.
Demonstrated experience leading kitchen teams.
Strong understanding of food costing, menu engineering, and production planning.
Proven experience implementing food safety and quality systems.
Proven ability to manage operational budgets and improve profitability.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Keep IT Cool career portal by clicking the following link: Apply on Keep IT Cool Career Portal.
