Below we look at the best chef courses in Kenya (chef training courses in Kenya), schools offering them, minimum qualifications, fee structure, and everything else you need about becoming a chef in Kenya.

Chef courses in Kenya (chef training courses in Kenya) and how to become a chef in Kenya including chef course eligibility

As I have already mentioned, your first step is enrolling and completing a chef course in Kenya.

Below are some of the best Colleges offering chef training courses in Kenya and the chef courses they offer, including the entry requirements to help you make an informed decision:

Colleges offering chef courses in Kenya

Boma International Hospitality College

In Nairobi, there is little doubt that Boma International Hospitality College is among the top culinary schools.

The college’s highly demanding culinary arts study programs have earned it recognition throughout Africa.

In reality, Boma is one of the only institutions in the country that provides Swiss-accredited culinary arts courses thanks to a collaboration with the Business and Hotel Management School in Switzerland.

So, if your ultimate objective is to work in a 5-Star hotel, it can be a perfect choice for you.

The following are Boma International Hospitality College’s chef courses:

Certificate Program in Culinary Operations for One Year

Minimum grades:

Average KCSE grade: D+ (PLUS).

You must also have a D+ or above in either English or Kiswahili.

Additionally, you must have at least a D- (MINUS) in math or any science course.

Alternative entry

IB/A Level —–3 Credits ……. a D (minimum) in English needed

IGCSE -3 ‘O’ Passes ……… a D (minimum) in English/Kiswahili a must plus a D (minimum) in Math or any of the Sciences

SATs -1080 (going up)/1600

2-Years Diploma Course in Culinary Arts (SWISS DIPLOMA Course)

Entry grades:

Aggregate KCSE Mean grade- C- (minimum)

You also need a C-  (or above) in either Kiswahili/English.

In addition, you must have had a  D plain (minimum), in Math s or any of the Sciences subject

Alternative qualifications

IB/A Level —–4 Credits ……. a C Plain (minimum) in English a must

IGCSE ——–4 ‘O’ Passes ….. with D, a C (minimum) in English/Kiswahili a must plus a C (minimum) in Maths or any Sciences subject

SATs —-1180 (and above)/1600

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International Hotel & Tourism Institute (IHTI)

IHTI’s Culinary arts courses- they are BTEC Accredited -are recognized by most employers and give you that extra edge when you’re searching for chef jobs in Kenya.

At IHTI, you can enroll for the BTEC higher national diploma in culinary arts – and you will take about 2 years to graduate.

Needless to say, the course has all the essential topics needed to prepare you for a big career as a chef – and there’s classroom theory, food production demonstration, and (hands-on practical application).

Below are some of these topics you will cover

• Menu Planning – planning of menus
• Product Development- food products development
• Planning and Managing the Production of various local and international cuisines
• Nutrition and Diet
• Contemporary Gastronomy
• Creative Patisserie
• Hotel and Catering Laws/statutes
• Conference /Banquet-ing Management
• Control of Food & Beverage

You can also take Cookery Level I and Cookery Level II- as short courses (each level takes 1-Month) at IHTI- The college has a very professionally-equipped kitchen.

Check IHTI’s website for updated details.

Top Chefs Culinary Institute -top chefs culinary institute Nairobi

There is yet another very good chef school in Kenya- and that is Nairobi’s Top Chefs Culinary Institute- You will find the college at Parklands plaza, just along Parklands/High-ridge Muthithi Rd/Parklands Rd, Nairobi.

What we love most about them is the specially designed chef courses they offer to help excel as a top chef either locally and abroad(they teach even the preparation of International Cuisines too).

That said, the course I feel you should consider above all is Top Chefs 2-year Chef Diploma in Culinary Arts. 

Here is what you to know if you’d like to enroll the course at the Top Chefs Institute:

• You need to take (and, of course, pass) written tests in subjects Mathematics, English, Adaptability (very important), and General Knowledge.
• A personal interview –for you- is conducted thereafter.
• Application fee is usually Kshs. 1000(and it is, as expected, Non- Refundable).
• Previous practical experience- in a busy kitchen, preferably in a big/reputable Hotel/Restaurant is typically an added advantage.

Fee Structure –Culinary Arts Diploma Course at IHTI

Scheme/plan 1 –Modular program payment
Module one (1) – Kes. 245000
Module two (2) – Kes. 245000
Module three (3) – Kes. 245000
Module four (4) – Kes. 245000

Scheme 2 (3-months Quarterly payments)
Deposit (initial) – Kes.100000
Each Quarter(every 3 months) – Kes. 110000 (so you’ll pay approximately Kshs.110000 for a total of 8 times to clear the fees)

Quick note: Do not forget your First Quarter installments has to be paid before beginning the course.

Another thing: There’s a final Exam Fee payable- it’s about Kshs. 6000.00 (once)

Check www.tchefs.com for more details.

 More schools offering Chef courses in Kenya and cooking courses in Kenya

• Kenya Utalii College
• Nairobi Cooking School

What next?

1. Gain practical experience- it is very important you get attachment/internship in a real world setting to be able to get basic practical experience. And that should be in a busy restaurant kitchen.
2. Network with other experienced chefs– Networking with other more experienced chefs is one of the best way to land job opportunities in the culinary industry.
3. Be out there– make sure everyone knows that you’re now a chef and open for work. From your family, friends, former colleagues, and more

Jobs you can apply to with a chef course in Kenya

• Executive chef
• Head chef
• Sous chef
• Commis chef
• Pastry chef
• Cook

How much is a chef course

The cost will depends on where you’re taking the course and whether you’re taking a short course or a Diploma.

On average, the short course can costs Kshs.50000 while certificate course take between Kshs.150000 to Kshs.900000 (top culinary schools charge more)

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Now, whatever your motivation, I have some good news for you: there are several institutions offering short courses on cooking in Kenya including a 1 month cooking course in Kenya.

I will share them with you below, to help you know where you can go for training as a cook and get a certificate in 1 month.

Let’s dive in:

1 month cooking course in Kenya – colleges and other institutions offering short term cooking courses in Kenya

If you are looking for 1 month  short courses on cooking in Kenya, consider the following culinary skills  training colleges and institutions

Kenya Utalii College

Utalii is government owned and one of the oldest hotel and hospitality training institutions in Kenya

1 month cooking courses at Utalii College

Pastry and Bakery
Tuition fees: Kshs. 65000.00
Where offered: Utalii Main Campus

Of course, Utalii offers one of the topmost baking courses in Kenya so you will be in good hands if you’re interested specifically in baking and pastry.

Cake Making & Decorations

Tuition fees: Kshs. 65000.00
Where offered: Utalii Main Campus

Minimum entry requirements for these courses

KCSE Or “O” Level certificate – any grade

International Hotel and Tourism Institute

The IHTI (International Hotel and Tourism Institute) has not been left behind and also offers quite a number of short culinary courses, including popular one-month cooking courses.

The institute has one of the best-equipped culinary lab so it can be another great option.

1 month cooking courses /baking courses at International Hotel and Tourism Institute

Pure cooking cases

• Cookery Level I- takes 60 hrs. (1 Month)
• Cookery Level II- takes 60 hrs. (1 Month)

Baking and pastry programs

• Pastry Level I- takes 60 hrs. (1 Month) too
• Pastry Level II- takes 60 hrs. (1 Month) too

You can go to their website to learn more

Cascade Institute of Hospitality

If you’re in Thika and its environs, you can check out the fast growing Cascade institute- they also have a basic cooking (and kitchen operations) course.

Here’s what you’ll cover:

• Basic cooking equipment
• Menu planning,
• Knife skills -vegetable chopping and pairing
• How to make salads, pastas, meats, snacks, popular traditional dishes, etc.

Minimum Entry Requirements

None- the course is OPEN to everyone.

Tuition Fees

Kshs. 24,000  -(You can reach out to them to confirm if the fee has changed)

By the way, you can also take a 1-month Cake Making and Decorations course at the same college.

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Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC)

Boma has an international-oriented culinary skills short course that you may want to take a look at, especially if you’re searching for opportunities in 5 star establishments or you harbor dreams of working as a cook outside the country.

Course Objectives

By the time you’ll be completing the course, you will have the necessary skills/knowledge/expertise to comfortably:

• Use assorted kitchen utensils and/or equipment- you will have understood the modern kitchen environment very well.
• Prepare basic stocks as well as sauces (classical to modern)
• Prepare cold as well as hot appetizers
• Execute main course dishes comprising seafood, poultry, fish, vegetarian plus other meat items

Tuition Fees

50,000.00 Kshs. (inclusive of Certificate of Achievement and every learning material)

There is an extra Kshs.1000 paid as application fee.

Intakes

• April every year
• August every year
• December every year

You can go to their website to learn more

East Africa College of Tourism and Hospitality Management

The EACTHM(East Africa College of Tourism and Hospitality Management), based in the city too, teaches short-term cooking courses.

These are:

• Basic Cake-Making & Decorations- 2 Weeks to Month.
• Advanced Cake-Baking & Decoration-2 Weeks to Month.
• Meal Preparation(Cuisines)- 4 Weeks (1 Month)
• Desserts, Salads& Dressings- 4 Weeks (1 Month)
• Food Service-2 Weeks.

The College is one of those teaching short cooking courses in Nairobi – it is located at Nairobi West, Mai-Mahiu Rd.

Nakuru college of hotel and tourism management

Nakuru college of hotel and tourism management can be an option for you if you’re in Nakuru or the wider Rift Valley area.

The college is along Geoffrey Kamau Avenue, in Nakuru Town and teaches a 1-month Pastry & Baking course

Gourmet Academy 254  Mombasa

The Gourmet Academy 254 –Mombasa offers intensive and very practical one-month cooking courses and we recommend it if you live at the coast.

Their programs are very systematic and will help you develop excellent skills and techniques…

You will be taken through all the essentials from culinary principles, latest cooking methods, menu-planning, and even gastronomy in a super professional culinary training environment.

Call 0706 349213 for more info.

1 month cooking course in Kenya -Final words

Please remember to research each college’s cooking course curriculum, facilities, and more importantly, reputation – you want to be sure that you’re joining an institution that will help you meet your goals within 1 month.

You can do that by contacting each institution via websites or calling and asking the questions you may have about their one month cooking courses (enrollment procedures, how the training is done, etc).

Good luck!

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