Hospitality and TourismContractorEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is recruiting twenty (20) individuals for the position of Cook III (CSG 15/JG 'E'). This is an entry-grade role within the cook's cadre, requiring the officer to be primarily on-the-job training and carry out duties under the supervision of a senior officer. The appointment is based on a one (1) year contract.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Scale (Basic): Ksh. 21,120 to Ksh. 26,250 per month
House Allowance: Kshs. 6,500 per month
Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 3,000 per month
Leave Allowance: Kshs. 6,500 (Once yearly)
Leave Entitlement: 30 working days
Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
Terms of Service: One (1) year contract
Duties and Responsibilities
As an entry-grade Cook III, duties will include:
Preparation of raw foods for cooking.
Ensuring the cleanliness of equipment used in production.
Maintaining hygiene by ensuring cleaning of the kitchen and its surroundings.
Setting up and preparing equipment for use in food preparation and production.
Alerting the supervisor of any defective equipment.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
Option 1 (KCSE + Craft Certificate):
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade "D" plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; AND
Craft Certificate in Food and Beverage Production, Sales and Services or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Option 2 (KCSE + Formal Course):
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade "D" plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; AND
Attendance of a formal course lasting not less than two (2) months in Food Production organized by the Kenya Utalii College or another recognized institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make their applications by completing One (1) application for PSC form (Revised 2016). The form can be downloaded from the Public Service Commission website www.publicservice.go.ke.
Important Notes:
Applicants must STRICTLY submit an application for ONE post only.
Provide all details requested. Including incorrect information is an offense. Do not include details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by the closure of the advertisement.
Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The State Department is committed to ensuring fair competition and equal employment opportunities. People with disabilities, the marginalized, and the minorities are ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Shortlisted candidates must produce originals of the following documents during interviews: National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts.
It is a criminal offense to present fake certificates/documents.
The State Department does not charge any fee for job applications, shortlisting, interviews or appointments.
Completed application forms and certified copies of academic and professional certificates should reach:
THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, STATE DEPARTMENT FOR LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENTP.O BOX 34188-00100 NAIROBI
OR Hand delivered to:
KILIMO HOUSE, 2ND FLOOR WING "A" - ROOM 2- 17
Applications must be received ON OR BEFORE 28TH FEBRUARY, 2026, AT 1700 HRS. EAT.
