The Social House
The Social House Nairobi has announced six employment opportunities for professionals seeking careers in Kenya’s hospitality industry. The Social House Jobs cover pastry and bakery operations, front office services, restaurant guest relations, receiving and inventory management, security, and stores management. All six positions are based in Nairobi, Kenya. Applicants should review the specific responsibilities and qualifications for each vacancy before submitting an application through the official recruitment portal.
Social House Jobs Available in Nairobi
The six available positions are:
- Executive Pastry Chef
- Front Office Agent
- Hostess
- Receiving Clerk
- Security Officer
- StoreKeeper
The vacancies serve different operational functions within The Social House. Candidates should review the requirements associated with their preferred position and ensure they understand the application instructions before applying.
Executive Pastry Chef
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced
The Executive Pastry Chef will lead pastry and bakery operations and develop French-inspired pastries, desserts, cakes and bakery products. The role includes overseeing pastry production and developing The Living Room into a recognised destination for premium pastries.
Key responsibilities include overseeing daily pastry and bakery operations, developing French-inspired products, preparing croissants and laminated pastries, introducing seasonal collections and celebration cakes, and developing recipes and production specifications.
The successful candidate will also monitor stock levels, ingredient consumption, wastage and food production costs. The role involves working with Procurement, the Executive Chef, commercial teams and marketing teams while supervising and developing pastry chefs, bakers and other kitchen personnel.
Applicants should have a recognised qualification in Pastry and Bakery, Culinary Arts, Hotel Management or a related discipline. Significant experience in a senior pastry leadership position within a luxury hotel, premium pâtisserie, high-end restaurant or comparable establishment is required. Candidates should also have practical expertise in French pâtisserie and viennoiserie, experience developing pastry products, recipe development, costing and inventory management, and knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
The position is open to Kenyan and international applicants. International appointments are subject to applicable Kenyan immigration and work authorisation requirements.
Application: Career Page
Front Office Agent
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
The Front Office Agent will manage guest arrivals, departures, reservations and enquiries while maintaining accurate front office records. The role supports the complete guest journey from pre-arrival arrangements through registration, accommodation and departure.
Responsibilities include welcoming guests, completing check-in and check-out procedures, managing reservations, coordinating room readiness with Housekeeping, maintaining guest profiles and processing payments and invoices. The position also involves handling cashiering duties, responding to enquiries, coordinating guest requests and protecting confidential guest information.
Applicants should have a Diploma in Hotel Management, Front Office Operations or another relevant qualification from a recognised hospitality or tourism institution. A relevant degree is an added advantage. Proven experience as a Front Office Agent, Guest Service Agent, Receptionist or similar hospitality professional is required.
Experience in a four- or five-star hotel, boutique hotel, lifestyle hotel or premium hospitality environment is strongly preferred. Candidates should also have experience with a Property Management System such as Opera, reservations, guest registration, cashiering and payment terminals, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, is required.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Application: Career Page
Hostess
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
The Social House is seeking a Restaurant Hostess to support its Food and Beverage Operations team. The position involves managing restaurant arrivals, reservations, waiting guests and table allocation while maintaining an organised dining environment.
The Hostess will welcome guests, manage reservations and walk-ins, maintain waiting lists, allocate tables and coordinate seating arrangements. Other duties include coordinating VIP arrivals and special requests, handling telephone reservations, providing information about menus and promotions, collecting guest feedback and escalating complaints to the appropriate manager.
Applicants should have a Diploma in Hotel Management or Certificate/Diploma in Food and Beverage Service from a recognised hospitality or tourism institution. A relevant degree is an added advantage. Previous experience as a Restaurant Hostess, Host, Restaurant Receptionist or similar guest-facing hospitality professional is required.
Experience in a four- or five-star hotel, premium restaurant, lifestyle hotel or high-volume dining environment is strongly preferred. Candidates should have strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, experience using POS terminals or reservation platforms, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Application: Career Page
Receiving Clerk
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
The Receiving Clerk will receive, inspect, verify and record goods delivered to The Social House. The position supports procurement controls by checking deliveries against approved purchase orders for quantity, quality, specification, price and condition.
Key duties include verifying deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices; checking quantities and specifications; inspecting freshness, packaging and physical condition; preparing Goods Received Notes; recording accepted goods; maintaining receiving documentation; supporting stock counts; and reporting discrepancies or suspected irregularities.
Applicants should have a Certificate or Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies, Procurement, Stores Management, Accounting, Hospitality Management or a related field. At least five years of relevant experience in receiving, stores, inventory control or a comparable position is required.
Previous experience in a four- or five-star hotel, premium restaurant, hospitality business or similarly controlled environment is strongly preferred. Knowledge of receiving and inventory procedures, stock control, inventory reconciliation, Microsoft Excel and food safety requirements for perishable goods is also required.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Application: Career Page
Security Officer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Mid Level
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
The Security Officer will help maintain a safe and secure environment for guests, employees, visitors and property. Duties include access control, scheduled patrols, CCTV monitoring, incident response, emergency support and security reporting.
Applicants should have a Diploma in Security Management, Criminology or a related security discipline, together with certification in Basic First Aid and Firefighting. Basic training in investigations, incident management and crime scene preservation is also required.
Candidates should have practical experience in security operations, preferably within hospitality, as well as knowledge of hotel security systems and access control procedures. The role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, public holidays and rotational shifts. Familiarity with CCTV, alarm systems, communication radios and other security equipment is also required.
Applicants must submit a CV and a short note describing an occasion when they identified a security risk and took appropriate action.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Application: Career Page
StoreKeeper
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
The StoreKeeper will maintain accurate control and custody of inventory at The Social House. Responsibilities include monitoring stock movements, maintaining inventory records, issuing supplies, coordinating replenishment and participating in inventory reconciliation.
Applicants should have at least three years of relevant Storekeeper experience, preferably within a hotel, restaurant or hospitality operation. A degree or diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Business Administration, Hospitality Management or another relevant discipline is required.
The role also requires practical knowledge of inventory control and stock management, experience with receiving and issuing procedures, familiarity with LPOs, GRNs, requisitions, invoices and stock documentation, and experience using inventory or materials management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is required.
Deadline: 31 October 2026
Application: Career Page
How to Apply for Social House Jobs
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official recruitment portal Career Page. Applicants should select the position that matches their qualifications and experience, review the complete job description and follow the instructions provided on the relevant application page.
The online application process requires candidates to provide personal and contact information and submit their CV or resume. Security Officer applicants must also provide a short note describing a previous experience in which they identified a security risk and took action.
The Social House is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge candidates at any stage of the recruitment process.
The application deadline is 31 October 2026 for the Front Office Agent, Hostess, Receiving Clerk, Security Officer and StoreKeeper positions. Applicants for Executive Pastry Chef should refer to the individual vacancy page for application details.
