Background
Jacaranda Health is a new venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa.
We are combining business
and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and
reproductive health services to low-income urban women.
Job Description
Job Description
In 2011 we launched mobile clinic services providing antenatal care at community sites around northeastern Nairobi.
Today, we are seeking to fill several positions in our first fixed maternity clinic in Nairobi (just before Ruiru town).
Specifically, we seek experienced, motivated staff to work with as Cooks to prepare a variety of high-quality food for our patients and staff, maintain the kitchen area, and ensure a consistent stock of food
These roles are critical to Jacaranda's goal of delivering quality customer service and maintaining superior patient satisfaction.
Specifically, we seek experienced, motivated staff to work with as Cooks to prepare a variety of high-quality food for our patients and staff, maintain the kitchen area, and ensure a consistent stock of food
These roles are critical to Jacaranda's goal of delivering quality customer service and maintaining superior patient satisfaction.
We seek individuals who
are organized, flexible, personable, and have strong commitments to
providing friendly and respectful care to all women.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare meals, snacks, and tea as assigned for Jacaranda patients and staff
- Provide a schedule of a variety of nutritious meals over the course of each week
- Develop relationships with local food suppliers and ensure consistent food stocks
- Maintain the kitchen environment
- Assist with light cleaning and/or laundry duties
- Any other duties as required
Desired Qualifications
The desired candidate should possess the following:
- Completed secondary school education (certificate in food and beverage preparation preferred for cooks)
- At least three years’ work experience
- Required: At least 1-2 years’ experience working in a similar role in a health facility. Preference given for experience working in busy hospitals or maternities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and empathy
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment
- Willingness to work night shifts as needed
To apply
1. First, complete the online form available by clicking here: Jacaranda Health Cooks Application Form - Feb 2013 or by pasting this link into your web browser: http://goo.gl/ZV2oS .
2. After completing the application, please also submit your CV and a cover letter to jobs@jacarandahealth.org.
We anticipate that the salary for this position will be approximately Ksh. 15,000 gross, inclusive of all allowances.
Only applicants that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered.
We anticipate that the salary for this position will be approximately Ksh. 15,000 gross, inclusive of all allowances.
Only applicants that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered.
No calls please.
Your application must be received by Friday, March 15, 2013.