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Food and Beverage

Ofafa Vocational Training Centre
FoodAndBeverage

This course provides trainees with foundational skills in food preparation, cookery, and beverage service as per KNEC and NITA standards. Learners gain hands-on experience in kitchen operations, table service, menu planning, food safety, and hygiene. The course prepares graduates to work in hotels, restaurants, catering services, or start their own food businesses. Trainees are also guided to sit for NITA Grade III–I trade tests or KNEC Artisan examinations.

Duration

24 months

Fees

Course fee: KES 76,000.00

Application fee: KES 700.00

Test booking fee: KES 5,000.00

Training Format

  • Full-time, competency-based training with a strong emphasis on practical kitchen and service skills
  • Instructor-led classroom theory sessions aligned with KNEC/NITA curriculum
  • Daily hands-on practice in fully equipped kitchen and restaurant lab setups
  • Internal assessments, continuous evaluation, and preparation for Trade Test (NITA) or KNEC exams
  • Industrial attachment or workplace-based learning for real-world experience (where applicable)
     

Minimum entry requirements

  • Minimum KCPE certificate or its equivalent (basic literacy and numeracy).
  • National ID or valid identification document.
  • Passport-sized photos for registration.
  • Personal stationery (notebooks, pens, etc.).
  • Manicure and pedicure set and sets of towels
  • Willingness to adhere to the institution's code of conduct and class attendance policy.
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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, learners will acquire practical skills and professional competencies in food production and service, enabling them to work in the hospitality industry or manage their own food enterprises.

  • Prepare and cook a variety of local and international dishes using appropriate methods and techniques
  • Apply principles of nutrition, hygiene, and food safety in kitchen and service environments
  • Set up and manage dining areas for different types of meal services (à la carte, buffet, table d’hôte, etc.)
  • Perform professional food and beverage service, including table setting, order taking, and serving
  • Use kitchen and restaurant equipment safely and efficiently
  • Handle customer service professionally and maintain a hospitable environment
  • Manage place and workflow in kitchen and service operations
  • Demonstrate basic skills in menu planning, costing, and food presentation
  • Prepare for NITA Grade III–I trade tests or KNEC Artisan examinations
  • Exhibit personal hygiene, grooming, and work ethics suitable for the hospitality industry    

Important Information

Graduates of this course will be awarded a nationally recognized certificate upon successful completion, examined by either NITA (Grade III–I) or KNEC (Artisan/Craft Level), depending on the selected track

Testimonials

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James Mwangi

Graduate, Food and Beverage Production and Service, Class of 2022

I always had a passion for cooking but lacked formal training. Joining Ofafa VTC gave me the skills and confidence I needed. From mastering kitchen hygiene to perfecting food presentation and service, the instructors equipped me for the real world. I now work as a cook in a busy hotel in Westlands and dream of opening my own café. The hands-on learning and mentorship made all the difference.