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Fixed term Contract upto June 2011
Who we are
Oxfam GB in partnership with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has set up water, sanitation and hygiene promotion services programme for the refugees in Dadaab Refugee camp.
In support of this, we are seeking to recruit a Caterer / Cateress to manage the staff kitchen.
The role
The Caterer/Cateress will manage the kitchen staff as well as oversee the preparation of all meals in Oxfam GB Dadaab main office and IFO 2.
The post holder will be required to train and build the capacity of the kitchen staff and take lead in the establishment of a proper cafeteria with high standards and quality foods.
S/he will be expected to keep up to date kitchen inventory records and also manage the stock of all the kitchen supplies and forward plan for replenishment accordingly.
The incumbent of this position will supervise and coordinate culinary activities in the kitchen while managing all aspects of health and safety.
What we are looking for
To be successful in this role you will have a certificate/Diploma in Catering or Food and Beverage Production from a recognised institution with proven practical experience of catering in a recognised reputable hospitality establishment.
You should have good interpersonal and people management skills as well as excellent written and oral communications skills in English and Swahili.
In addition to good customer service skills and the ability to work under pressure, you will be required to be in possession of training and inventory management skills.
To apply
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and include two referees, preferably your current line manager to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk
The closing date for applications is 5th May 2011
