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The County Government of Nakuru is dedicated to providing quality public services and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Through the Nakuru County Public Service Board, they are seeking qualified and dedicated Kenyan citizens to fill various vacant positions within the Department of Health Services. This advertisement outlines the requirements, duties, and application process for the position of COOK III.
The Nakuru County Public Service Board is seeking five qualified Cook III to provide essential food preparation and kitchen maintenance services within the health facilities of Nakuru County. These are 3-year contract positions offering an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of patients and staff through the provision of nutritious and hygienic meals.
COOK III – ADVERT NO. 04/2025/14
Job Overview
Number of Positions: Five (5)
Location: Nakuru County, Kenya (Specific work stations likely within various health facilities with kitchen services, but not explicitly stated)
Employment Type: 3-year Contract
💰 Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 18,000 – 19,900 per month
Allowances: As per the SRC circulars attached to the position.
Job Summary
The Cook III will be responsible for the preparation of raw foods for cooking, maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen equipment and the kitchen environment, setting up and preparing equipment for food production, and reporting any defective equipment to the supervisor within the health facilities of Nakuru County.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Preparation of raw foods for cooking according to established recipes and guidelines.
- Ensuring the cleanliness of all equipment used in food production to maintain hygiene standards.
- Maintaining overall hygiene by ensuring thorough cleaning of the kitchen and its surrounding areas.
- Setting up and preparing equipment to ensure readiness for use in food preparation and production processes.
- Alerting the supervisor promptly of any equipment that is found to be defective or in need of repair.
Qualifications & Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade 'D' plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
- A Craft Certificate in Food and Beverage Production, Sales and Service or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- OR
- Attended a formal course lasting not less than two (2) months in Food Production organized by the Kenya Utalii College or other recognized Institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make applications by downloading and completing an Employment Application Form from the County Government of Nakuru website:
APPLY HERE 👉
A duly filled employment application form and certified copies of the following documents should be sent through the POST OFFICE or COURIER SERVICES in a sealed envelope on or before 20th May, 2025 at 5.00 p.m. (No hand-delivered applications or applications sent via email will be accepted):
- National ID
- KCSE Certificate
- Craft Certificate in Food and Beverage Production, Sales and Service OR Certificate from a Food Production course (if applicable)
Clearly indicate the Advert number (04/2025/14) and the position applied for (COOK III) on top of the envelope and address to:
Nakuru County Public Service Board
Public Works Building- Prisons Road
P.O Box 2870-20100
NAKURU
Important Information:
- The County Government of Nakuru is an equal opportunity employer. Youth, Women, Persons Living with Disabilities, and Marginalized and Minority communities are encouraged to apply.
- Appointed candidates will be required to present chapter six clearance documents as listed:
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Clearance from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The Board and the County Government of Nakuru are committed to Zero Tolerance to Corruption. Applicants are cautioned against fraudsters.
- Any communication from the County Public Service Board SHALL be through the above address and official cellphone number: 0796848192.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
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