How do I start a career in hospitality after training in Limuru?

To start a successful career in hospitality, focus on NITA-certified training that includes industry attachments. At Kimlea in Limuru, students undergo a 'Dual Training System' where they are placed in top hotels like Limuru Country Club for hands-on experience, leading to an 80% job placement rate for our graduates.

Does Kimlea offer job placement after catering training?

Yes. Kimlea Girls Technical Training Centre has a dedicated career support system that connects graduates directly to industry partners in the Kenyan hospitality sector, helping young women secure employment immediately after their 12-month course.

Programs

Admissions & NITA Certified Courses Kimlea Girls Technical Training Centre

Full-Time
NITA Certificate Programs

Our full-time programs run for 1 Year on campus, followed by a mandatory industrial attachment with leading hotels, lodges, hospitals, and catering establishments across Kiambu and Nairobi.

NITA GRADE TEST 3 ( National Industrial Training authority )
- Target KCSE Requirement: D Plain and below.
- Duration: 1 Year + Mandatory Industrial Attachment.
- Focus: Practical hands-on trade mastery designed for immediate workplace entry into catering, housekeeping, and garment production.

NITA NSC 3 ( National Industrial Training Authority )
- Target KCSE Requirement: D+ and above.
- Duration: 1 Year + Mandatory Industrial Attachment.
- Focus: Advanced technical skill-building tailored for supervisory entry points in hospitality, food service, and institutional management.

Laundry and housekeeping course at Kimlea

Kimlea Business Centre

At Kimlea Business Centre, we believe in empowering women and girls with the practical skills and business acumen needed to thrive in today's dynamic economy.

Duration: 2 months (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM).

Our practical, short-duration business-related courses are available throughout the year, offering the time flexibility you need to upgrade your skills without disrupting your daily life. Whether you're looking to start a new venture or enhance an existing one, our training is designed for tangible improvement in business acumen and, consequently, increased overall business performance.

Our curriculum is built around practical application, ensuring you gain skills that are immediately useful:

Catering & Production Specializations:
- Outside Cookery & Catering Skills
- Snacks Production & Commercial Baking
- Cake Baking & Decoration
- Beverage Production
- Floral Arrangements
- Soap, Detergent, Disinfectant & Shampoo Manufacturing

Business Management Training:
- Business Planning & Marketing Strategies
- Bookkeeping Essentials & Cost Accounting Principles
- Savings, Investment Options & Event Management

Part- Time courses

Pre - University course
- Duration: 3 Months.
- Requirements: Must have finished form 4
- Target Audience: High school graduates (Form 4 completers) seeking life skills, foundational business understanding, and career orientation before joining tertiary institutions.

Courses Overview

Join Kimlea Technical Training Centre and build a practical, high-demand career in hospitality, catering, and business management. Every full-time program at Kimlea is fully accredited and examined by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), combining hands-on campus training with mandatory industry attachments.

Admissions & Walk-in Interviews

We welcome prospective students every week. No advance booking is required—simply arrive on campus during our interview hours with the necessary documents.

Interview Schedule: Every Monday at 8:00 AM
Location: Kimlea Campus, Limuru Road, Tigoni, Kiambu County
Interview Fee: Ksh. 500

Interviews are every Monday at 8:00 am

Requirements:
3 passport size photos
Original and 3 copies of KCSE result slips
Original and 3 copies of Birth certificate
Copy of school leaving certificate
3 copies of National ID/Passport
Interview fee of Ksh. 500

Why Choose Kimlea?

NITA National Accreditation: Graduate with recognized government trade certifications highly valued by corporate and hospitality employers.
100% Guaranteed Attachment Placement: We partner directly with leading hotels, resorts, and institutional cafeterias to place every student in field training.
Empowerment Focus: Dedicated to providing women and young girls with market-relevant technical skills, leadership training, and business acumen.