Best Hospitality Vocational Training in Nairobi: 2026 Guide

If you are looking for a career that combines passion, precision, and global opportunity, the hospitality industry in Kenya is the place to be. But for many young women in Nairobi, the question isn't just where to study—it's how to get the real-world experience that top employers actually demand.

At Kibondeni College, a project of Nurisha Trust, we have spent over 50 years answering that question by perfecting a School-Enterprise model that turns students into sought-after professionals.

The Kibondeni Edge: Training Beyond the Classroom

What sets Kibondeni apart from other institutions in Nairobi? It is our commitment to practical immersion. We don't just teach from textbooks; we train through action.

🍽️ The Production Unit & Conference Centre

Our campus is home to a professional Production Unit and Conference Centre that serves as a live laboratory. Here, training is real:

• High-Volume Experience: Our unit serves over 600 meals daily, giving students the stamina and skills needed for high-pressure environments.

• Outside Catering Excellence: Kibondeni is a favorite for corporate events and private functions. Students participate in real outside catering requests, learning the logistics, service etiquette, and culinary standards required for major events.

• Self-Sustainability: This unit teaches students the vital business lesson of how a hospitality enterprise sustains itself.

  
  

🎓 Our 2026 Vocational Course Offerings

We provide NITA-accredited programs tailored to different entry levels, ensuring every woman has a seat at the table.

Course Name	Duration	Entry Requirement	What You’ll Master
NITA NSC Level IV	4 Terms	KCSE D (Plain) to A	Housekeeping, Laundry, Food Service, Food Production.
NITA NSC Level III	3 Terms	KCPE or KCSE D-	Housekeeping, Laundry, Food Production and Service.
NITA Grade Test	3 Terms	KCPE or KCSE	Core practical skills in Kitchen & Housekeeping.
H.C.C. (Short Course)	3 Months	Open Entry	Intensive Housekeeping & Cookery (Internal Certificate).

All NITA courses include our Dual Training System, where you spend 2 days a week working in a partner hotel while you study.

🌟 Alumni Spotlight: Real Stories of Impact

Our graduates are the gold standard in the industry. Employers often specifically ask for Kibondeni students because of their discipline and character.

• Emily S. (Class of 2017): After her training, Emily secured a prestigious role at the Mondrian Hotel in Doha, Qatar. Today, her international career allows her to pay the school fees for all four of her younger siblings.

• Yvonne (Class of 2017): Despite a D in KCSE and initial struggles with math, Yvonne’s resilience led her to finish second in her class. During her attachment at Ibis Styles (Tune Hotel), she was hired immediately at a salary that transformed her family’s financial future.

• Emily N. (Class of 2008): Emily received a job offer in South Sudan before she even graduated! She has since built a stellar career working with the United Nations (GSS).

🗓️ Join the May 2026 Intake

Ready to start your journey? We are currently accepting applications for our first intake of the year.

• Interviews: Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 8:00 AM.

• Location: Ewaso Ngiro Road, off Kabarsiran Avenue, off James Gichuru Road, Waiyaki Way, Nairobi

• What to bring: Original & 2 copies of Result Slip/ID, and 2 passport photos.

  
  

Elevate Your Future with Kibondeni

Whether you dream of managing a 5-star hotel or running your own catering business, Kibondeni College provides the foundation you need. By choosing vocational training supported by Nurisha Trust, you aren't just getting an education—you are joining a legacy of empowered women.

Visit us today or share this post with a young woman looking for her breakthrough in hospitality!