Pwani University began as Kilifi Institute of Agriculture in 1984 though the first intake of 200 students for the Two Year Certificate Course in Agriculture and Home Economics was in July 1987. By 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture had graduated 3,837 students. T

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REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF COOK II GRADE 3

This is an entry level to this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the Council from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.

Academic Qualification

The candidate must possess a minimum of KCSE Mean Grade D Plain, plus a Certificate in Food and Beverage production and Service, or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

Experience
This is entry level to this cadre in the University; however, the candidate should have at least one year work experience with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
In addition, the candidate should have experience in the following;

•  Ability to work under pressure
•  Arranging and garnishing food
•  Food production, portioning and service
•  Preparing all types of food
•  Seasoning and cooking food according to recipes
•  Serving food to waiters

Skills
The candidate must have skills in:

•  Communication
•  Culinary arts
•  Food preservation
•  Handling emergencies
•  Multi-tasking
•  Teamwork