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Head Chef

📍 Location
westlands
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
July 09, 2026

About the Role

Head Chef | New Luxury Restaurant | Westlands, Nairobi Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head Chef for a new luxury restaurant opening in Westlands, Nairobi. This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of a kitchen operation and play a key role in the launch and success of an exciting new dining concept. Salary: USD 4,000 (Negotiable) Start Date: June / July Opening Date: 1 October Location: Westlands, Nairobi Key Responsibilities • Lead and fully manage the kitchen operation as the Head Chef and sole senior culinary leader • Recruit, train, and manage a kitchen team of 6–8 staff members • Develop and execute a high-end menu with a strong focus on Italian cuisine • Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional food quality and presentation • Oversee kitchen standards, hygiene, and food safety compliance • Manage stock control, ordering, and cost efficiency • Support menu planning for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service offerings • Primaril...

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