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Chef De Partie
AccorHotel
Job at a glance
- Employer
- AccorHotel
- Position
- Chef De Partie
- Location
- Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Kenya
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2–3 years in a similar role
- Education
- Diploma/certification in Culinary Arts
- Salary
- Not stated in the advert
- Application deadline
- Open until filled (listed until 8 November 2026)
- Posted on VacancyKE
- 21 October 2026
VacancyKE summary
Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is hiring two Chef de Parties for its culinary team in Nanyuki. You will lead daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, and maintain high food quality and safety standards in this luxury hospitality environment.
What stands out about this opportunity
- Global career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts across Accor network
- Based at Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
What’s offered
- Discounted rates in Accor hotels worldwide via employee benefit card
- Access to learning programmes through Accor Academies
- Opportunities for career growth within the property and globally
- Involvement in Corporate Social Responsibility activities
- Participation in Mountain Bongo rehabilitation efforts
Key responsibilities
- Lead daily shift briefings when Senior Chefs are absent
- Supervise, coach, and motivate kitchen colleagues
- Monitor food preparation, presentation, and consistency
- Maintain stock control, requisitions, and minimise wastage
- Oversee cleanliness, product rotation, and storage standards
- Conduct regular checks on mise en place for freshness
- Ensure adherence to hygiene, health, and safety standards
- Act as a link between kitchen management and team members
Who should apply?
This role suits a motivated chef with 2–3 years' experience seeking leadership opportunities in luxury hospitality. It is ideal for those committed to exceptional guest experiences and team development.
Key requirements
- Diploma/Certification in Culinary Arts
- 2–3 years' relevant experience
- Leadership and supervision skills
- Knowledge of food safety standards
- Stock control and waste minimisation
What you should know
- The role requires working in a fast-paced luxury environment
- Applications must be submitted via the SmartRecruiters portal
How to apply
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Original employer advertisement
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The employer’s advert
Fairmont Mount Kenya has been consistently ranked among the world’s finest, earning a spot on the 2024 Travel + Leisure 500 list and being recognized as one of the top destinations in Africa. It has also been featured by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Africa’s top destinations. In addition, the hotel has been honored as Africa’s Leading Hotel by the World Travel Awards for the fourth consecutive year, most recently in 2025.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced (2) Chef de Parties to join our dynamic culinary team. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment and is committed to delivering exceptional food quality and guest experiences.
As a Chef de Partie, you will play a key leadership role in the kitchen by ensuring smooth daily operations, maintaining high culinary standards, and supporting team development. You will:
• Lead daily shift briefings in the absence of the Junior Sous Chef and Sous Chef
• Promote a professional, disciplined, and engaging work environment
• Supervise, coach, and motivate kitchen colleagues to achieve excellence
• Ensure adherence to food quality, hygiene, and safety standards at all times
• Monitor food preparation, presentation, and consistency across all dishes
• Maintain proper stock control, requisitions, and minimize wastage
• Oversee cleanliness, product rotation, and storage standards in all kitchen areas
• Conduct regular checks on mise en place to ensure freshness and quality
• Support ongoing training and development of culinary team members
• Liaise closely with outlet chefs to ensure effective communication and guest satisfaction
• Act as a key link between kitchen management and team members
• Ensure strict adherence to health, hygiene, and safety standards
• Maintain accurate records including temperature logs and hygiene checklists
• Be familiar with emergency procedures and report incidents promptly
• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or related field
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role within a reputable hotel or restaurant
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and quality standards
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
• Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career.
• Work and learn in a magical luxury property.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced (2) Chef de Parties to join our dynamic culinary team. This role is ideal for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment and is committed to delivering exceptional food quality and guest experiences.
As a Chef de Partie, you will play a key leadership role in the kitchen by ensuring smooth daily operations, maintaining high culinary standards, and supporting team development. You will:
• Lead daily shift briefings in the absence of the Junior Sous Chef and Sous Chef
• Promote a professional, disciplined, and engaging work environment
• Supervise, coach, and motivate kitchen colleagues to achieve excellence
• Ensure adherence to food quality, hygiene, and safety standards at all times
• Monitor food preparation, presentation, and consistency across all dishes
• Maintain proper stock control, requisitions, and minimize wastage
• Oversee cleanliness, product rotation, and storage standards in all kitchen areas
• Conduct regular checks on mise en place to ensure freshness and quality
• Support ongoing training and development of culinary team members
• Liaise closely with outlet chefs to ensure effective communication and guest satisfaction
• Act as a key link between kitchen management and team members
• Ensure strict adherence to health, hygiene, and safety standards
• Maintain accurate records including temperature logs and hygiene checklists
• Be familiar with emergency procedures and report incidents promptly
• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or related field
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role within a reputable hotel or restaurant
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and quality standards
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
• Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career.
• Work and learn in a magical luxury property.