Junior Sous Chef at eRecruiter Nigeria

Our client is a luxury 5-star hotel located in Kano, with over 18 years’ experience in the hospitality industry in Nigeria. They currently have an opening for a  Junior Sous Chef to be based in Kano.

Job Summary

The junior sous chef assists the Executive Sous Chef. The person occupying this position is directly in charge of all the other members of the kitchen staff. The sous chef  requires both culinary and managerial skills. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent and smooth running of food production
• Ensure that required standards are adhered to in the production and preparation of food – in quality, quantity and safety.
• Work towards exceeding customer’s expectation by encouraging and promoting high level of service.
• Supervise performance of kitchen staff to ensure proper activity.
• Give appropriate support or guidance to members of kitchen when need arises.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared according to specification and served at the correct quality, portion size, and temperature.
• Ensure proper arrangement and garnishing of food.
• Manage food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of food prepared.
• Ensure effective stock purchase, its receipt and storage.
• Ensure all complaints, inquiries, and suggestions by customers are attended to accordingly.

Key Requirements

• Must have Passion for food: someone who enjoys the process of food preparation and creating menus.
• Ability to pay attention to details: adherence to specific ingredients and measurement needed for various menus.
• Ability to maintain a high level of hygiene and cleanliness in the restaurant area
•  Proven 2 - 3 years relevant experience in a 5 – star hotel or restaurant.
• Ability to work with figures and manage budget.
• Must Possess strong management and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Opera and Micros 

• Must be willing to work within Kano