Kitchen Clerk Job at Hilton Yaounde Cameroon

Company: Hilton Yaounde
Location: Cameroon (Douala)
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Accommodation & Catering / Hospitality
Employment Type: Permanent Contract
Vacancies: 10 Positions
Department: Kitchen Operations / Food Preparation

Job Overview

Hilton Yaounde is hiring dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Clerks to support kitchen operations in Douala, Cameroon. This hospitality job opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in hotel management, catering services, food preparation, kitchen support, restaurant operations, and hospitality services. The selected candidates will assist in maintaining smooth kitchen workflows, handling food preparation duties, and supporting chefs with daily kitchen tasks.

Candidates should possess strong teamwork skills, attention to hygiene standards, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hotel environment. Applicants must be bilingual in French and English and should mention their FNE registration number on their CV.

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Job Description

The Kitchen Clerk will play an important role in supporting food production and kitchen management activities. The successful candidate will ensure ingredients are properly prepared, kitchen supplies are organized, and hygiene standards are maintained in line with hotel and restaurant industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up kitchen stations before food preparation begins.
• Receive, inspect, and properly store food provisions and kitchen inventory.
• Prepare meals for hotel staff while following food safety standards.
• Peel, wash, clean, cut, and chop fruits and vegetables for meal preparation.
• Support chefs and kitchen teams with food preparation activities.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper food handling and storage procedures are followed.
• Monitor kitchen supplies and report shortages to supervisors.
• Assist with stock organization and inventory management.
• Follow workplace safety, hygiene, and catering regulations.
• Support daily kitchen operations to maintain quality food service.

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Education & Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet the following educational qualifications:

• Training in Hotels & Restaurants / Hospitality Management / Catering Services.
• Certification or vocational training in food preparation, culinary arts, or hospitality is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of food hygiene practices, sanitation, and kitchen operations preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum Experience: Essential
• Required Experience: At least 24 months (2 years) of professional experience in hospitality, hotel kitchens, catering services, restaurant management, or food preparation environments.
• Prior experience working in hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, catering companies, resorts, or commercial kitchens will be advantageous.

Required Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Basic food preparation and kitchen handling knowledge
• Time management and organizational skills
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations
• Inventory handling and stock management abilities
• Professional attitude and willingness to learn

Language Requirements

Applicants must be perfectly bilingual in:

• French
• English

Age & Gender Criteria

Age Requirement: 20 – 35 Years
Gender: Open to all qualified candidates without distinction.

Salary Information

Monthly Salary: Competitive remuneration package in F CFA (salary amount not specified by employer and will be discussed during recruitment process).

Training & Career Growth

Successful candidates may receive:

• On-the-job kitchen operations training
• Food safety and hygiene training
• Hotel service and hospitality development programs
• Career progression opportunities within kitchen and hotel management departments

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Application Instructions

Interested candidates should:

1. Prepare an updated CV highlighting hospitality or kitchen-related experience.
2. Clearly mention the FNE registration number on the CV.
3. Ensure language proficiency in both French and English is indicated.
4. Apply before the application deadline: 30 July 2027.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking a full-time hotel kitchen job in Cameroon with long-term employment prospects in the hospitality industry.