Overview

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is widely recognised for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system, as well as its linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from its main campus in Thika, with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open, Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) administrative centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling its Mission and Vision, Mount Kenya University, through the Centre for Professional Development, is establishing Cruise Hospitality Short Courses in the following areas: Housekeeping and Cabin Services; Bar Attendant and Mixology; Bakery and Pastry Production; Culinary Arts; Barista and Specialty Beverage Service; Food and Beverage Service; Laundry Operations; and Ship Steward/Cleaner.

To support the delivery of these programmes, the University invites applications from highly motivated, suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals with impeccable track records to fill the following position: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN- HOSPITALITY & TOURISM.

Qualification

Education, Skills & Experience.

Must have:                                    

• Diploma in Hospitality Management or a related discipline from a recognized academic institution.
• At least two (2) years of experience in a similar role.

Key responsibilities also include

Duties and responsibilities:

• Preparing laboratories, equipment, apparatus, reagents and other materials for practical classes, demonstrations, examinations and research activities.
• Providing technical support to lecturers and students during practical sessions and demonstrating the proper use and handling of laboratory equipment.
• Setting up and conducting practical experiments in accordance with approved procedures and laboratory manuals.
• Operating, maintaining, calibrating and carrying out routine checks on laboratory equipment and reporting faults for repair and servicing.
• Preparing, labelling, storing and handling chemicals, reagents, specimens, samples and other laboratory materials.
• Maintaining adequate stocks and accurate records of laboratory equipment, chemicals, reagents, consumables and other supplies.
• Providing technical support to academic staff, postgraduate students and researchers undertaking laboratory-based teaching and research activities.
• Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety, health and environmental requirements, including proper use of protective equipment and safe disposal of laboratory waste.
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness, orderliness and proper organisation, and ensuring that facilities are ready for use.
• Maintaining laboratory records, including equipment usage, maintenance, calibration, practical sessions, experiments and research activities.
• Supporting laboratory inspections, audits and quality assurance activities.
• Performing any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Requirements

How to apply:

Interested candidates to apply through the Mount Kenya online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment.mku.ac.ke on or before 04^th November, 2026.

NB: All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.

Notes:

• Candidates who meet the requirements should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.
• Only those who meet the requirements will be considered.
• Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.
• Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.

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