Chef / Cook at KenRicana Group

Location: Ojo, Lagos

Responsibilities

• The Chef/Cook will establish menu items and create the sumptous recipes, as well as make adjustments to the recipes as needed.
• Follow the created recipes to ensure consistency
• The chef will be responsible for leading the kitchen staff, and overseeing the activities of the Kitchen & Pastry Assistant
• Ensure ingredients and final products purchased are fresh and exceptionally tasty with attractive garnishes
• Ensure the raw materials and ingredients received are properly stored in functioning refrigerators and clean storage areas
• Supervise kitchen staff to make sure meals are prepared in a timely manner in preparation for the day's service
• Bake, steam and, boil meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, pastries, and other foods as needed per production schedule
• Oversee the distribution of meals assigned for the days service
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment's and dishes
• Maintain excellent food safety and sanitation standards
• Preparation of meals / orders for events
• Sourcing or assisting in sourcing for vendors.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a minimum of FSLC qualification with 4 - 15 years relevant work experience.
• Candidate MUST be able to handle cooking of delicious meals in large quantities, on a daily (500 and above)
• Candidate MUST be familiar with Food Safety guidelines
• Candidate MUST be able to work with minimum supervision
• Fast working knowledge of preparing delicious African / national dishes and other delicacies. Good knowledge of preparing and baking pastries
• Keen attention to detail. In-depth knowledge in sanitation principles, food preparation and nutrition.
• Understanding of Inventory Management.
• Leadership skills and managemnet of kitchen staff and activities.

Work Hours:

• Very flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings (if necessary).

Salary
N100,000 - N150,000 Monthly.