{"id":98806,"date":"2026-06-20T14:49:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T14:49:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/private-family-cook\/"},"modified":"2026-06-20T14:49:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T14:49:17","slug":"private-family-cook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/kenya\/private-family-cook\/","title":{"rendered":"Private Family Cook"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Private Family Cook\", \"description\": \"Location: Runda, Nairobi (Private Residence)\\nPosition Type: Full-time, Live-in\\nWe are looking for a skilled and reliable female Private Family Cook to join a high-end household in Runda, Nairobi.\\nThis role goes beyond cooking. The successful candidate will be responsible for full kitchen management, including meal planning, food preparation, organization, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.\\nAbout the Role:\\nThe ideal candidate must be versatile, creative, and able to prepare a variety of meals for both adults and young children. The role requires consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a structured home environment.\\nKey Responsibilities:\\n\u2022Daily meal preparation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)\\n\u2022Planning balanced, varied, and creative menus\\n\u2022Preparing healthy, engaging meals for toddlers and children\\n\u2022Ability to cook both local and international cuisines\\n\u2022Full kitchen management: cleanliness, organization, and maintenance\\n\u2022Pantry and food inventory management (tracking stock and reporting shortages)\\n\u2022Proper food storage and minimizing waste\\n\u2022Preparing meals for both small family settings and larger gatherings when required\\nRequirements:\\n\u2022Proven experience as a private cook or in a professional kitchen\\n\u2022Strong knowledge of both local and international cuisines\\n\u2022Creativity in meal preparation, especially for children\\n\u2022Ability to plan meals independently and manage a kitchen efficiently\\n\u2022High standards of cleanliness and organization\\n\u2022Responsible, disciplined, and able to follow structured routines\\n\u2022Good communication and ability to coordinate with other staff\\nImportant:\\nThis role requires someone who is consistent, organized, and takes pride in delivering quality meals daily. It is not suitable for candidates with only basic cooking skills.\\nOnly serious and experienced candidates should apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-05-04\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Confidential\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Kenya\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-08-02T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\", \"baseSalary\": {\"@type\": \"MonetaryAmount\", \"currency\": \"KES\", \"value\": {\"@type\": \"QuantitativeValue\", \"value\": 15000.0, \"unitText\": \"MONTH\"}}}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Kenya<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full-time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Salary:<\/strong> KES 15000<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-08-02<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Location: Runda, Nairobi (Private Residence)<br \/>Position Type: Full-time, Live-in<br \/>We are looking for a skilled and reliable female Private Family Cook to join a high-end household in Runda, Nairobi.<br \/>This role goes beyond cooking. The successful candidate will be responsible for full kitchen management, including meal planning, food preparation, organization, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.<br \/>About the Role:<br \/>The ideal candidate must be versatile, creative, and able to prepare a variety of meals for both adults and young children. The role requires consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a structured home environment.<br \/>Key Responsibilities:<br \/>\u2022Daily meal preparation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)<br \/>\u2022Planning balanced, varied, and creative menus<br \/>\u2022Preparing healthy, engaging meals for toddlers and children<br \/>\u2022Ability to cook both local and international cuisines<br \/>\u2022Full kitchen management: cleanliness, organization, and maintenance<br \/>\u2022Pantry and food inventory management (tracking stock and reporting shortages)<br \/>\u2022Proper food storage and minimizing waste<br \/>\u2022Preparing meals for both small family settings and larger gatherings when required<br \/>Requirements:<br \/>\u2022Proven experience as a private cook or in a professional kitchen<br \/>\u2022Strong knowledge of both local and international cuisines<br \/>\u2022Creativity in meal preparation, especially for children<br \/>\u2022Ability to plan meals independently and manage a kitchen efficiently<br \/>\u2022High standards of cleanliness and organization<br \/>\u2022Responsible, disciplined, and able to follow structured routines<br \/>\u2022Good communication and ability to coordinate with other staff<br \/>Important:<br \/>This role requires someone who is consistent, organized, and takes pride in delivering quality meals daily. It is not suitable for candidates with only basic cooking skills.<br \/>Only serious and experienced candidates should apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<\/p>\n<h3>Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>Location: Runda, Nairobi (Private Residence) Position Type: Full-time, Live-in We are looking for a skilled and reliable female Private Family Cook to join a high-end household in Runda, Nairobi. This role goes beyond cooking. The successful candidate will be responsible for full kitchen management, including meal planning, food preparation, organization, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency. About the Role: The ideal candidate must be versatile, creative, and able to prepare a variety of meals for both adults and young children. The role requires consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a structured home environment. Key Responsibilities: \u2022Daily meal preparation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) \u2022Planning balanced, varied, and creative menus \u2022Preparing healthy, engaging meals for toddlers and children \u2022Ability to cook both local and international cuisines \u2022Full kitchen management: cleanliness, organization, and maintenance \u2022Pantry and food inventory management (tracking stock and reporting shortages) \u2022Proper food storage and minimizing waste \u2022Preparing meals for both small family settings and larger gatherings when required Requirements: \u2022Proven experience as a private cook or in a professional kitchen \u2022Strong knowledge of both local and international cuisines \u2022Creativity in meal preparation, especially for children \u2022Ability to plan meals independently and manage a kitchen efficiently \u2022High standards of cleanliness and organization \u2022Responsible, disciplined, and able to follow structured routines \u2022Good communication and ability to coordinate with other staff Important: This role requires someone who is consistent, organized, and takes pride in delivering quality meals daily. It is not suitable for candidates with only basic cooking skills. Only serious and experienced candidates should apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Apply on BrighterMonday (account required)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/listings\/private-family-cook-6q7qm6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: BrighterMonday<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-08-02 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Location: Kenya Job Type: Full-time Salary: KES 15000 Apply Before: 2026-08-02 Job Description Location: Runda, Nairobi (Private Residence)Position Type: Full-time, Live-inWe are looking for a skilled and reliable female Private Family Cook to join a high-end household in Runda, Nairobi.This role goes beyond cooking. 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