Cook at Resource Intermediaries Limited

Job Summary

• The Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality meals in accordance with established recipes, nutritional standards, and health regulations.
• This role requires an individual with a passion for culinary excellence, strong kitchen management skills, and an unwavering commitment to hygiene and food safety.
• The successful candidate will deliver consistent, innovative, and delectable menu offerings while ensuring efficiency and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a weekly meal timetable that includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner across various cuisines (local and intercontinental).
• Prepare meals according to specified dietary requirements, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene by maintaining sanitary cooking stations and complying with food safety regulations.
• Procure, store, and monitor kitchen supplies and minimize food waste through smart inventory control.
• Monitor food freshness, handle perishables responsibly, and ensure proper storage practices.
• Maintain kitchen appliances, utensils, and equipment, escalating issues for timely repairs.
• Ensure punctual meal service and adapt to changing dietary needs or guest requests.
• Perform weekly deep cleaning and daily cleanup of the kitchen, pantry, and cold storage.

Requirements

• Certificate in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional cooking experience in a private residence, corporate kitchen, or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian, continental, and healthy dietary meal preparation.
• Ability to manage kitchen inventory, plan menus, and work unsupervised.
• Understanding of food safety, cleanliness protocols, and kitchen compliance.
• Must reside within proximity to Lekki or be willing to commute reliably.