Food Checker salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Food Checker in Kenya is approximately 470,892 KES (2,977 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Food Checker do?

A food checker, also known as a food quality inspector or food safety inspector, is responsible for ensuring that food products meet the required standards of quality, safety, and hygiene. They work in various settings such as food manufacturing plants, restaurants, supermarkets, and government agencies. The primary role of a food checker is to inspect food products, ingredients, and production processes to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. They conduct thorough inspections, collect samples for testing, and analyze data to identify any potential risks or violations. Food checkers also review labels, packaging, and storage conditions to ensure proper handling and prevent contamination. In addition, they may provide guidance and recommendations to food establishments to improve their practices and maintain high standards.

Skills: food quality inspector, food safety inspector, food inspector, food product inspector, food industry inspector, food regulations inspector
Job industry: Food

How much does Food Checker make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Food Checker a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Food Checker is typically not a well-paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Food Checker might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Food Checker?

High salary for Food Checker would be somewhere between 517,981 KES and 682,793 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Food Checker in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 470,892 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 39,241 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 9,056 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 226 KES per hour
By working as Food Checker a person can save up to 8 USD per month or 97 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Food Checker

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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