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JOOTRH Receives State-of-the-Art Kitchen from UNDP.

Thursday, 24 October 2024 / Published in Health, JOOTRH, News Item

JOOTRH Receives State-of-the-Art Kitchen from UNDP.

JOOTRH Director of Administration and Finance Joshua Okise (R) receives the keys from UNDP-Kenya Team Lead for Environment and Resilience Unit Ms.Evelyn Koech during the handover of the new modern kitchen at the facility Photo/Ondari Ogega.

By Lorraine Anyango.

JOOTRH Receives State-of-the-Art Kitchen from UNDP

The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has officially received a brand new, state-of-the-art kitchen from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Ms. Evelyn Koech, Team Lead for the Environment and Resilience Unit at UNDP, handed over the keys and documents to the facility’s Director of Finance and Administration, Mr. Joshua Okise, today.

This modern kitchen is not just ready for its official launch – it’s ready for use and equipped with everything needed to significantly improve meal services at JOOTRH. Patients, staff, and visitors will now benefit from a wider variety of fresh, nutritious meals prepared with efficiency and safety in mind.

The new modern kitchen at JOOTRH. Photo/Ondari Ogega.

Saying Goodbye to the Past, Embracing the Future

JOOTRH bids farewell to its century-old kitchen and enters an era of modern gastronomy. This gleaming new facility, funded by UNDP, promises a future of:

  • Enhanced Food Safety: Temperature-controlled storage, automated monitoring, and stringent hygiene protocols ensure the highest safety standards for all meals.
  • Faster Service: Advanced equipment and automation streamline meal preparation, allowing the kitchen to cater to more people in less time.
  • Customized Nutritional Care: Dedicated staff and systems tailor meals to individual needs, considering specific dietary requirements and medical conditions.
  • Reduced Waste and Optimized Costs: Smart inventory management and automated ordering minimize food waste and ensure financial sustainability.
  • Diverse and Nutritious Menu: Innovative cooking techniques and equipment offer a wider variety of dishes to cater to diverse palates and cultural preferences.
  • Streamlined Cleaning: Modern dishwashing systems and cleaning technologies ensure a continuous supply of clean and sanitized utensils.
  • Seamless Patient Care Integration: The kitchen connects to patient records, allowing for a closer alignment between dietary needs and meal preparation.
  • Environmentally Conscious Design: Energy-efficient appliances and sustainable practices minimize the kitchen’s environmental impact.
  • Staff Training and Development: The cutting-edge technology and practices provide opportunities for staff training and development, leading to improved skill sets and service quality.

Thanking UNDP for a Transformative Project

Dr. Okise expressed his gratitude to UNDP for their support in constructing and equipping the modern kitchen. This project comes at a significant time as JOOTRH transitions to its new status as a county cooperative.

The new kitchen marks a major step forward for JOOTRH, ensuring improved patient care, staff development, and a commitment to sustainability.

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