Head Chef Job Hemingways

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Every stay a story — and every dish can be one. We are a discreet, bespoke luxury brand where refinement is quiet, service is deeply personal, and the extraordinary is found in the smallest details. Guided by our internal promise — Always Original, Always Personal — we craft experiences that linger long after our guests depart. Our culinary philosophy must do the same.

We are seeking a Head Chef for Hemingways Eden Residence in Nairobi whose passion, imagination, discipline, and empathy come together to shape a kitchen that reflects our rare, intimate style of luxury.

THE CANDIDATE WE’RE LOOKING FOR: A Creator with Purpose You bring a unique culinary point of view — expressive, elegant, and deeply rooted in story. Your food feels original without being loud, modern without being showy, and always intentional. You naturally Express Fully, letting the character of place, season and your own creativity shine through.

A Leader with Heart You lead with emotional intelligence, inspiring your brigade through presence, clarity, and genuine care. You invest in your team’s growth and foster an environment where people perform at their best because they feel seen, challenged and supported. You Care Deeply — about people, craft, culture, and the moments you help shape.

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A Relentless Steward of Detail You believe that refinement lives in the details — the way a sauce finishes, the precision of mise en place, the rhythm of a kitchen, the warmth in service. You Sweat the Details instinctively, ensuring that excellence is not an act but a standard.

The Role You Will Shape You will define and lead our culinary direction, mentor and grow a high-performing brigade, and collaborate across the property to ensure every dining moment — from breakfast to tasting journeys — enriches the guest’s story with us. Your stewardship will ensure our culinary identity remains original, personal, and deeply meaningful.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years’ experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in premium, luxury kitchens
• Strength in menu engineering, cost control and supplier stewardship, matched with uncompromising food safety.
• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, or Hotel & Restaurant Management

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How to Apply

Please share your CV and a brief portfolio (sample menus or three dishes that represent your culinary voice) via recruitment@hemingways.co by March 15, 2026.