Senior Chef – KSG

Job Descriptions

Job Descriptions at this level will entail: –

1. Developing and reviewing menus;
2. Supervising food preparation (mise-en-place) and production;
3. Maintaining stock items for production;
4. Receiving produce as per specifications;
5. Forecasting food production needs;
6. Maintaining food production records;
7. Monitoring work orders on equipment;
8. Taking stock of the food stores; and
9. Supervising staff working under the officer.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

1. At least nine (9) years cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) at the grade of Chef I or in a comparable position;
2. Diploma in either pastry and bakery, culinary art, food production (both mass food production and a lar carte) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Certificate of medical examination in line with the Food, Drugs and Chemical Substance Act;
4. Certificate in Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Proficiency in computer applications; and
6. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Ref. No: SC/03/2025-26

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted using the KSG Career online portal, print your duly completed pdf application and deliver or post a hard copy to the address below together with a detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents.

Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offense to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

Applications for each advertised job shall be clearly marked to indicate “Name of the Job and Job Reference Number” on the envelope and your cover letter.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Office of Director General

Kenya School of Government

Along Lower Kabete Road

P.O. Box 23030 – 00604

Lower Kabete, NAIROBI

Applications must be submitted on or before East Africa Time 12 midnight on Tuesday, August 12, 2025