Senior Culinary Manager – In Charge of Food Safety

The MGallery Hotel Collection features boutique hotels, each with its own original design and unique stories to tell. Choosing to join MGallery is choosing to live and experience Memorable Moments.

MGallery Nairobi Gigiri will feature 105 rooms and suites; four restaurants, including an all-day dining venue, a signature dining experience, a pool bar, and a rooftop restaurant and bar; meeting rooms and a business centre; and wellness facilities spanning a gym, pool and spa.

With a prime location on Gigiri’s Limuru Road, fairly close to Nairobi’s city centre and Village Market, it will attract UN and NGO delegates, consultants and contractors, as well as diplomats, leisure visitors and the local community.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Culinary Manager to oversee food safety operations at our prestigious establishment in Nairobi, Kenya. This key leadership role combines culinary expertise with a strong focus on maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive food safety programs across all culinary operations
• Lead and mentor a team of culinary professionals, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols and quality standards
• Collaborate with executive leadership to establish and enforce food safety policies and procedures
• Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections, addressing any issues promptly and effectively
• Oversee menu planning and development, ensuring all items meet food safety requirements
• Manage relationships with local food suppliers and vendors, ensuring compliance with food safety standards
• Stay updated on local and international food safety regulations, implementing changes as necessary
• Develop and deliver food safety training programs for all culinary staff
• Manage budgets and control costs while maintaining high food safety standards
• Investigate and respond to any food safety incidents or customer complaints
• Liaise with local health authorities and represent the organization in food safety matters
• F&B concept development
• HACCP project to be developed and obtained
• Managing daily purchasing and optimising performances
• Food wate program to be 100% under control

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or a related field
• Advanced food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification)
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in culinary management with a strong focus on food safety
• Proven track record in implementing and maintaining food safety management systems
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles and their practical application
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in food safety software and documentation systems
• Advanced culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cuisines
• Experience in menu planning, budgeting, and cost control
• Thorough understanding of local and international food safety regulations
• Knowledge of foodborne illness prevention and outbreak management
• Familiarity with East African culinary practices and food supply chains
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Additional certifications in food safety auditing or HACCP implementation preferred