Chef / Cook Job in Nigeria

 Lagosbiz is an innovative startup on a mission to transform the business landscape of Lagos by creating a comprehensive directory of local businesses. We believe in empowering businesses of all sizes to reach a wider audience, connect with potential customers, and thrive in the dynamic city of Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chef / Cook

Location: Nigeria



Employment Type: Full-time

Description 

  • We are looking for a Chef to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our customers.
  • Chef responsibilities include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner. Also, you should be familiar with sanitation regulations. If you have experience with advanced cooking techniques and non-traditional ingredients, we’d like to meet you.
  • Ultimately, you’ll prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our guests.

Responsibilities

  • Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
  • Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
  • Cook food in a timely manner
  • Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
  • Inform wait staff about daily specials
  • Ensure appealing plate presentation
  • Supervise Cooks and assist as needed
  • Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
  • Monitor food stock and place orders
  • Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
  • Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

Requirements and Skills

  • Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with 2 - 5 years relevant work experience.
  • Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook
  • Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers)
  • Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques
  • Leadership skills
  • Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks
  • Excellent time management abilities
  • Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
  • Familiarity with sanitation regulations

Salary
N350,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
2nd July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested candidates and qualified should send their CV to: consultlagosrecruiter@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.