112 Kitchen jobs in Kenya

About PGLS
PGLS is a leading provider of Translation, Interpretation, and Language Training solutions in over 200 languages and regional varieties. Headquartered in the Washington D.C. area with team members spanning five continents, PGLS is a minority-owned company that provides unique, innovative and scalable solutions that advance the global missions of its partners.

Position Summary
The Staff Accountant will support the accounting department at our Nairobi office and our PGLS headquarters office in Arlington, VA. This candidate must have a good understanding of corporate accounting principles, GAAP and IFRS. You will maintain the general ledger. You will need to maintain spreadsheets and databases of valuable information. You will collaborate with our internal teams, assist in process improvements, and contribute to the overall success of PGLS. This position will be working closely with the Nairobi and US teams, and will be reporting to accounting leadership at corporate headquarters in Arlington, VA.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and record balance sheet and income statement entries by compiling and analyzing account information
• Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies
• Maintains general ledger by transferring subsidiary accounts, preparing trial balances, and reconciling entries
• Prepare monthly closing journal entries and maintain reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Reconcile and process invoices, expense reimbursements, credit cards and bank transactions
• Summarize financial status by collecting information and prepare balance sheet, profit and loss, and other statements
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions into accounting system
• Perform various analysis on G/L accounts
• Ensures compliance with GAAP and IFRS principles
• Review and monitor accounts and financial records to discover discrepancies and errors
• Receive and verify expense reports; reconcile expense and other financial reports with account balances and other official records
• Assist in transitioning accounting from acquired businesses
• Analyze financial data and create reports for management, stakeholders and external parties, such as vendors or lenders.
• Assist with gathering and compiling information for the annual and quarterly budget, and re-forecasts, respectively
• Compile data and schedules required for reviews, audits and tax filings
• Provide support on ad-hoc projects and reporting requests
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline
• 3+ years of professional accounting experience
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central and Interpreter Intelligence is preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, GAAP and IFRS
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient with accounting software and/or ability to adapt to unfamiliar accounting software
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy and ability to perform detailed audits and reconciliations is required
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively as part of a distributed team

Benefits
PGLS has a wide variety of benefits, including health, pension, and a flexible work schedule.

*Location *
Onsite in Nairobi

About the Role

We are seeking a
Staff Accountant
with strong experience in
Property Management Accounting, Trust Accounting, and Full-Charge Bookkeeping
to support our growing real estate and build-to-rent portfolio. This role combines hands-on bookkeeping with accounting responsibilities, including financial reconciliation, trust account management, and audit cleanup for a backlog of records.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and confident managing
multi-entity property portfolios (140+ properties)
with investor distributions and expense tracking. This person will play a critical role in ensuring financial clarity, compliance, and accuracy across all accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Perform
  day-to-day bookkeeping
  for all entities, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and expense categorization.
• Manage
  Property Management and Trust Accounting
  in accordance with regulatory and client requirements.
• Audit, clean up, and bring financials current from a
  1.5–2 year backlog
  .
• Track property-level expenses, distributions, and investor allocations with precision.
• Maintain and reconcile
  trust accounts
  , ensuring compliance and accuracy in all transactions.
• Manage and transition bookkeeping functions from
  QuickBooks Online (QBO)
  to
  Revela PMS
  , ensuring accurate data migration and setup.
• Record and reconcile rent collections.

Financial Reporting & Auditing

• Prepare
  monthly and quarterly financial statements
  , including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow reports.
• Reconcile trust and operating accounts monthly.
• Ensure transparent records for all owner distributions and property-specific financial activities.
• Support the leadership team with financial audits, variance analysis, and compliance checks.
• Assist in documenting accounting procedures and improving workflow consistency.

Property & Asset Management Support

• Collaborate with property managers and leadership to support
  asset management and build-to-rent financial oversight
  .
• Generate financial insights to guide decisions around portfolio performance and cash flow.
• Support accurate reconciliation of rents, security deposits, and owner distributions.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate confidently with ownership, investors, and internal staff regarding accounting questions.
• Troubleshoot issues proactively and provide recommendations for better reporting and efficiency.
• Coordinate with the CPA or external auditors to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• CPA
• 2+ years
  of experience in
  Property Management Accounting
  and
  Trust Accounting
  .
• Proven experience performing
  full-charge bookkeeping
  .
• Proficient in
  QuickBooks Online (QBO)
  and
  RentVine
  ; experience with
  Revela PMS
  strongly preferred.
• Excellent understanding of
  property-level and investor accounting
  , including expense allocations and distributions.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to manage multiple entities.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, reporting).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in
  Build-to-Rent
  or
  Real Estate Asset Management
  accounting.
• Strong understanding of trust account compliance and sign-up procedures.
• Experience auditing and cleaning up historical financial data.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and implement long-term process improvements.

Up to $10/hr

Full time

100% Remote Work

About Us

We're building a contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant in Nairobi with a casual, lively atmosphere and a buzzing bar. At Peponi's, we want every guest to feel at home while enjoying world-class pizza, drinks, and great vibes. We're assembling a team of passionate, energetic, and welcoming people to bring this experience to life.

As Kitchen Manager
, you'll be the backbone of our back-of-house operations — leading the kitchen team, ensuring smooth service, and upholding our standards of consistency, quality, and hospitality. You'll work closely with the Head Chef and owners to bring organization, rhythm, and positive energy to every shift.

The Role

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring every service runs smoothly, efficiently, and to Peponi's standards.
• Support the Head Chef in recipe execution, consistency, and presentation of all dishes.
• Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, fostering teamwork, communication, and a positive work culture.
• Manage prep schedules, inventory, and supplier relationships to ensure freshness and cost control.
• Maintain rigorous standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety at all times.
• Assist in menu planning, costing, and implementation of seasonal specials.
• Monitor portioning, wastage, and kitchen organization to optimize performance and minimize costs.
• Train and develop kitchen staff, ensuring continuous learning and professional growth.
• Lead by example — with calm under pressure, attention to detail, and pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, team management, and food safety protocols.
• A hands-on leader who thrives in an energetic, collaborative environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Passion for great food — especially pizza and honest, ingredient-driven cooking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and composure under pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Main purpose of the role

The Chief of Staff, Partnerships and Strategic Communications, Africa is a senior leadership role that plays a pivotal part in advancing CIFF's mission across the continent. Reporting directly to the Executive Director - Africa, the role serves as a trusted advisor, strategic operator, and driver of cross-cutting initiatives that amplify CIFF's impact.

As Chief of Staff, the role will primarily provide strategic and operational support to the Executive Director and the Africa Team for effective and smooth business operations, participating in and managing important cross-functional or special projects and tasks whilst acting as a confidante and advisor to the ED. The role will be expected to navigate through ambiguity, simplify complex matters and advise the ED on those while having a strategic lens in supporting the Africa team. The individual will play a key role in driving the execution of the Africa strategy.

As Director, Partnerships and Strategic Communications, the position shapes and leads CIFF Africa's engagement with philanthropic, governmental, regional, and multilateral partners to unlock high-value collaborations. The role strengthens CIFF Africa's visibility, influence, and thought leadership through compelling strategic communications and advocacy. It also manages a small portfolio of cross-cutting initiatives that span multiple priority areas, ensuring they are delivered with impact and aligned with CIFF's overarching goals.

Overall, this is a uniquely strategic and integrative role, combining executive leadership support with external partnership development and external communications. It demands exceptional judgment, political acumen, and the ability to navigate complexity, influence at the highest levels, and advance CIFF's mission across Africa.

Role's responsibilities

Providing direct support to the Executive Director (ED)

• Prioritise the ED's responsibilities with a regional strategic lens to ensure that the ED is effective in her leadership of the Africa Team.
• Prioritise, manage and steer the flow of information and insights into the ED.
• Manage the flow of information through the ED's office in preparation for CIFF's key governance meetings including Board meetings, as required.
• As a member of ED Office, provide up-to-date, professional advice to the ED and Africa Directors, to support the development of strategies, policies and initiatives drawing on their in-depth knowledge of the ED's priorities.
• Act as a sounding board to the Africa Team and solve problems where possible to protect ED's time. Use judgement to devise, recommend and apply new solutions
• Working with HR and sector teams to prepare and review internal and external communications including team takeovers, presentations, reports and updates as needed.

Strategy & Business Operations

• Develop a plan to grow and manage CIFF's investments and strategy across key issues that cut across various priority areas, initially focusing on access to social security.
• Drive the organization's external risk management projects and initiatives. Ensure specific risk incidents are promptly identified and managed as per protocols while ensuring relevant flow of information to right stakeholders
• Work with Deputy ED and Lead strategic planning for the Africa team, including business plan development, preparation of board materials, and management of high-level reports and presentations.
• Drive operational excellence by managing key processes like Portfolio Investment Committee (PIC), optimizing internal workflows, and ensuring compliance with deadlines and organizational standards across all Africa operations.
• Serve as primary liaison within the Africa team and globally, coordinating cross-functional projects, facilitating information flow, and acting as secretariat for Africa Directors' meetings to ensure aligned decision-making and execution.

Programme development, delivery and performance

• Work with the Deputy ED in overseeing both the development of successful investment proposals and the implementation of high impact programmes by team reports, ensuring the quality, and strategic alignment of their work to Foundation priorities and objectives.

• Co-create Africa team proposals to ensure co-funding considerations are effectively designed in line with the wider strategic approach.

• Support the Deputy ED and team in the conducting of regular reviews of investment proposals under development and programmes in delivery, to monitor compliance with agreed due diligence and risk management protocols, ensuring the interests and reputation of the Foundation are appropriately and proportionately protected.  Intervene to take corrective action where necessary.

Philanthropic Partners & Stakeholder management

• Drive effective stakeholder management by leveraging intelligence on key co-funding partners, ensuring timely flow of insights and information across the Africa team.
• Proactively identify opportunities for external engagement in line with philanthropic and partnership development objectives.
• Build and maintain strong external networks with experts and strategic partnerships leads in other foundations, funders networks, and new donor development organisationsto expand CIFF's influence and reach.
• Provide strategic guidance and support other directors, the ED and other directors in managing deepening high-value relationships.
• Act as a thought leader in institutionalising best practices for partnership development within the Africa team, contributing to organisational learning and capability.
• Shape and advance organisation-wide co-funding priorities, aligning efforts with CIFF's global objectives.
• Identify, cultivate, and sustain relationships with key funders to unlock resources and scale CIFF's impact.
• Coordinate and facilitate CIFF's participation in funder collaboratives, ensuring strong positioning and measurable outcomes.
• Engage with priority governments and regional bodies (e.g., African Union, AUDA-NEPAD, WHO AFRO) in partnership with pillar leads and sector directors to strengthen collective impact.
• Promote and develop co-funding partnerships that enable mission delivery at scale, while monitoring policy and regulatory shifts that may influence philanthropic engagement.

Strategic Communications, Internal Engagement & Profile-Building

• Shape and deliver integrated communications strategies that strengthen CIFF Africa's visibility, reputation, and influence, aligned with partnership, advocacy, and fundraising priorities.
• Prepare high-quality speeches, presentations, talking points, and briefings for leadership to support engagement with funders, governments, and key partners.
• Produce strategic content for internal and external reports, governance updates, and digital platforms, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with CIFF's brand.
• Contribute to sector thought leadership by developing PR, marketing, and advocacy materials, and by advising teams and partners on effective co-funding and positioning strategies.
• Lead digital and media engagement, including social media strategy, monitoring impact, and maintaining strong media relationships to amplify CIFF's voice

Crisis Communications & Reputation Management

• Design and implement a crisis communication plan for reputational challenges.
• Monitor emerging issues and proactively prepare key messaging.
• Manage contractors supporting crisis and reputation efforts

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in partnership development and strategic communications within Africa.

• Strong background in executive support, project management, and stakeholder engagement.

• Strong administrative experience, working for senior executives in a busy and complex environment; good experience as a scheduler or manager of executive time.
• Proven ability to manage crises and deliver high-impact communication strategies.
• Confidential and discreet with experience operating in roles that have confidentiality at their core.
• A self-starter, with resilience, pace, and interpersonal flexibility
• An innovative thinker with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset
• Strong influencing and collaboration skills with excellent attention to detail
• Capacity to work in a range of cultural and socio-economic contexts, adapting style and approach appropriately and in a culturally sensitive manner to maximise effectiveness
• Professional, sound independent judgement, strong organisational and project management skills and the ability to be flexible as priorities and needs change.
• Approaches situations strategically, methodically and with a high degree of rigour.
• Numerate, with a good understanding of budget processes

CIFF operates a hybrid work policy across all locations, which means employees work in the office and some of the time from home. We are happy to provide more information on this as part of the recruitment process.

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package here at CIFF that includes, but is not limited to, the following.

• Annual leave - 25 days per annum. Increasing by 1 day after each year of service to a maximum of 30 days.
• Bonus - CIFF currently operates a discretionary bonus scheme.
• Training allowance
• Wellbeing allowance
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance

Please note that this position is offered on a fixed-term basis for one year.

Please submit your application on or before Monday, 29 September 2025. CIFF reserves the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Company Description

Amara Capital helps businesses craft a message, design and brand products and services, automate the marketing process, and build multiple sources of income. Our focus is on providing holistic solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. We are dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in every business we serve.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Sales Staff located in Nairobi County, Kenya. Some work from home is acceptable. The Sales Staff will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new clients, managing client relationships, conducting market research, and achieving sales targets. Responsibilities include creating sales strategies, preparing sales reports, and collaborating with the marketing team to develop effective campaigns.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Sales and Marketing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in market research and analysis
• Experience in relationship management and client acquisition
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Experience in the technology or finance industry is a plus

Are you a
dynamic, hands-on leader
in hospitality? Join our team and take charge of dining, bar, and event service at one of Kenya's most unique outdoor venues

What You'll Do:

Lead daily F&B operations across outlets & events

Deliver exceptional guest experiences

Mentor and manage service staff

Support inventory, hygiene, and cost control

You Bring:

2–3+ years' F&B supervisory experience

Diploma in Hospitality or related field

Strong leadership & guest service skills

Flexibility to work shifts, weekends & holidays

How to Apply:

Send your CV to:

 and CC to

Deadline:
August 30th, 2025

We seek to recruit a qualified Clearance Officer for our client

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Order, review and coordinate documentation e.g Purchase/Proforma Invoices (PFIs) to initiate clearance paperwork preparation.
2. Follow up on all required clearance documents and ensure they are compiled and handed over to the agent on time for smooth processing.
3. Coordinate transportation and logistics in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
4. Closely monitor the cargo process ensuring all actions adhere to the standard operating procedure.
5. Manage incoming and outgoing cargo, ensuring that any damage or transporter liability is reported and handled promptly.
6. Provide accurate guidance on import/export clearance procedures and required documents and assist the sales team by arranging timely transportation for local deliveries.
7. Liaise with stakeholders to confirm delivery points and payment terms before offloading cargo at client premises, use only approved transporters or seek approval for alternatives, ensure timely submission of accurate transport invoices.

Skills

Understanding of
customs laws, tariffs, and clearance procedures
.

Familiarity with
import/export documentation
(bills of lading, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, etc.).

Knowledge of
HS codes
and classification of goods.

Awareness of
trade agreements
and exemptions.

Clear communication with
clients, customs officials, and freight forwarders
.

Negotiation skills when dealing with regulatory bodies.

Understanding of
logistics, supply chain, and shipping processes
.

Awareness of current
import/export trends
and policy updates.

Education:

Diploma or Bachelor's degree
in:

• Logistics & Supply Chain Management , Shipping & Port Management or Procurement & Supply Management.

Company Description

VILLA JACARANDA is a real estate company based in Cannes, Provencealpescôted'azur, France. Our company is dedicated to providing exceptional real estate services and luxurious properties in prime locations. We are committed to excellence and strive to exceed the expectations of our clients. At VILLA JACARANDA, we value professionalism, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Kitchen Utility Associate located in Malindi. The Kitchen Utility Associate will be responsible for tasks such as food preparation, dishwashing, and cooking. The role also involves maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area, ensuring the smooth operation of kitchen processes, and assisting other kitchen staff as needed. Additionally, the Kitchen Utility Associate will communicate effectively with team members to ensure customer satisfaction and efficient service.

Qualifications

• Food Preparation, Cooking, and Dishwashing skills
• Strong Communication skills
• Commitment to Customer Satisfaction
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High attention to detail and cleanliness
• Previous experience in a kitchen environment is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment