Kenya Utalii College

Kenya Utalii College

Hospitality

Nairobi, Nairobi 8,476 followers

Gateway to International Careers in Hospitality and Tourism

About us

A leading African hospitality and tourism training institution. Established 47 years ago, the College has trained over 60,000 graduates from around the world who continue to serve in the local and international hospitality and tourism industry. KUC is distinguished for providing world class training for both the local and international hospitality and tourism industry. Increased linkages between the College and the hospitality and tourism industry stakeholders has seen most KUC graduates get internships and jobs in leading establishments within the industry. The institution is closely linked to the industry through the Tourism industry/Kenya Utalii College Liaison Committee.

Website
http://www.utalii.co.ke
Industry
Hospitality
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi, Nairobi
Type
Government Agency
Founded
1975
Specialties
Tourism, Hospitality, Culinary Arts , Food Production, Travel and Tourism , Research, Training, Management Hospitality Programs , and Tourism Competitions

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    Time is Ticking Tick Tock Tuck! ⏰⏰⏰ Have you secured your ticket for our gastronomy event yet? Book your ticket today for an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Reservations +2540790634029 and Marketing +2540790634089 or email us through gastronomyfestival@utalii.ac.ke The 2024 Gastronomy Festival dubbed "Grand Savor-Ladha ya Kenya" will take place on Friday, 22nd November, 2024 at #KenyaUtalii College. The event seeks to promote the traditional foods and cuisines in the region, as well as, bring people together from diverse cultural backgrounds, with an aim of encouraging and promoting Kenyan culinary tourism. The event which is planned and executed by students gives students an opportunity to display and showcase their talents, skills, professionalism prowess in the whole range of hospitality, entertainment and culinary artistry to Government, hospitality and tourism industry stakeholders, diplomatic corps, family, friends and general public. Book now through Reservations +2540790634029 and Marketing +2540790634089 or email us through gastronomyfestival@utalii.ac.ke #Gastronomy #utaliigastronomy #KenyaUtalii #hospitalityindustry #foodies #gastronomyexperience

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    Dr. Eric Katana, CEO of Bandari Maritime Academy welcomed Mr.Peter Muindi, Principal/CEO of Kenya Utalii College, alongside Mrs.Elwin Mwangi, Director of Academic Affairs, to formalize the signing of a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) and Kenya Utalii College (KUC). This strategic partnership is set to unlock collaborative synergies and enhance the quality of training and education in the fields of Maritime, Blue Economy, and Hospitality. In his remarks, Dr. Katana underscored the MOU's significance in advancing shared goals through multiple avenues of collaboration. The MOU outlines comprehensive initiatives, including the joint use of specialized training facilities and equipment, the development of cutting-edge training curricula, and the reciprocal exchange of trainers, instructors, and students. By leveraging these shared resources, the partnership aims to elevate the standards of Maritime and Hospitality education in Kenya and beyond. The MOU also emphasizes joint capacity-building programs for both staff and students and includes frameworks for collaborative research, professional workshops, seminars, and other key initiatives aimed at strengthening the management and operational expertise in hospitality and Maritime sectors. Mr. Peter Muindi highlighted the MOU’s relevance in preparing students for the evolving job market. He noted that the collaboration will equip students with essential skills in Maritime and Blue Economy, thereby widening their career prospects within the Cruise Ship industry, Shipping companies, and related Blue Economy enterprises. The MOU signing ceremony also brought together key figures from Bandari Maritime Academy, including Evans Oyieyo, Deputy Director of Corporate Services; Said Gongo, Head of Legal Services and Corporate Secretary; Enock Okemwa, Deputy Director of Maritime Transport Operations Training; and Michael Njogah, Principal Curriculum Development Officer. Their presence underscored the collective commitment of both institutions to realize the MOU’s objectives and to drive a unified approach toward enhancing education and training within the Hospitality and Maritime industries. #KenyaUtaliiCollege #bandarimaritime #hospitality

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    Kenya Utalii College (KUC) is a State Corporation established by the Tourism Act 2011 under the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife. The College is established with the primary mandate of training and capacity building for the Hospitality and Tourism industry. The College seeks to recruit a highly competent, proactive and self- driven individual to fill the position of the General Manager, Utalii Hotel. The General Manager, Utalii Hotel shall implement the strategic goals and manage hotel resources that include accommodation, food, beverages, conferences, banquets, events, health club, swimming pool, grounds and outside catering. The College hereby invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens for the below position; Cadre: General Manager, Utalii Hotel Serial Number: KUC/DUH/1/09/2024 Job Grade: KUC2 No. of Position: 1 Terms of service: Three (3) years contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. KUC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equity. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Terms of employment and job requirements are posted in the Kenya Utalii College website: www.utalii.ac.ke Applications from qualified and interested candidates should be received not later than 5.00pm on Tuesday, 19th November, 2024 and addressed as follows: Principal/Chief Executive Officer Kenya Utalii College Off Thika Super Highway P.O Box 31052-00600 Nairobi #hospitalityindustry #hospitalitycareers #KenyaUtalii

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    Mark your calendars, foodies! We are super excited to announce our upcoming gastronomy event on Friday, 22nd November, 2024 at #KenyaUtalii College. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other. The 2024 Gastronomy Festival dubbed "Grand Savor-Ladha ya Kenya" seeks to promote the traditional foods and cuisines in the region, as well as, bring people together from diverse cultural backgrounds, with an aim of encouraging and promoting Kenyan culinary tourism. The event which is planned and executed by students gives students an opportunity to display and showcase their talents, skills, professionalism prowess in the whole range of hospitality, entertainment and culinary artistry to Government, hospitality and tourism industry stakeholders, diplomatic corps, family, friends and general public. Book your ticket today for an unforgettable gastronomic experience.! Through: Reservations: +2540790634029 Marketing +2540790634089 or email us through gastronomyfestival24@utalii.ac.ke Stay tuned for more details!

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    Kenya Utalii College, Council Chairman Hon.David Wamatsi at the Tourism Excellence Awards, during the ongoing UN World Tourism Day/ Kenya Tourism Week celebrations led by by the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife - Kenya that took place in Kisumu County last evening. Also present was the #KenyaUtalii College Principal and CEO Mr. Peter Muindi and Council Members. #hospitalityindustry #tourismweek2024 #UNTWO #grandroyalswiss

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    We are so proud to spotlight our accomplished alumni, Thomas Abedi who is making waves in the culinary industry. Thomas studied Food Production course in 2012 and is currently living and working in Edinburgh, Scotland. Mr. Abedi highly appreciates the culinary skills and experience he gained while undertaking his culinary arts course at the prestigious Kenya Utalii College, noting that both the classwork from experts and the external industrial attachment prepared him well to compete locally and globally in the dynamic hospitality industry. Thomas notes that he has worked in Kenya with leading hotels, such as the Heritage Voyager Beach Resort in Mombasa, where he began his culinary journey under Chef Living Asikoye, and at Sarova Hotels with Chef Avraj Marwa, Serena Hotel with Chef Roy Kinywa, and Intercontinental Hotel under Simon Wanjau. He also spent five years working with Royal Caribbean International cruise ships and three years at Best Western Morvan Hotels in Jersey Channel Islands. Currently, he serves as a sous chef in Scotland. Thomas affirms that self-discipline, resilience, perseverance, consistency, a positive mindset, and faith in God have been his driving forces. He looks forward to scaling greater heights, believing that the sky is not the limit but just the beginning, inshallah. #KenyaUtalii #AlumniSpotlight #UtaliiAlumniVoices #hospitalityindustry

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