Executive Chef at Nicole Sinclair Consulting

Description

Our client organization is located in Lagos( Victoria Island) is looking to fill an Executive Chef role.
Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the approved inventory and stock management procedure i.e. inventory list, storage requirements, monthly stock reporting, and sign-off on requisition forms.
• Conduct regular stock audits and establish controls to minimize food and supply wastage and theft.
• Evaluate food products to be sure quality standards are met.
• Research on local and international dishes for inspiration in menu creation.
• Create / update menus bi-annually, for approval
• Advise on and standardize menu portions.
• Develop standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation for consistency.
• Streamline the food preparation process by maximizing the use of available kitchen equipment/resources
• To avoid a breakdown in operations, create a checklist for the regular, weekly, or monthly servicing of kitchen equipment e.g. ovens,
• refrigerators, coffee machines, deep fryers, dishwashers, etc.
• Ensure the kitchen is cleaned and sanitized at least twice weekly
• Ensure the kitchen is sufficiently staffed and all job roles are clearly defined and adequately covered.
• Manage staff scheduling, keep track of shifts, especially on special days/occasions and in-house events to ensure the workflow is undisturbed.
• Ensure all key functions are covered in every shift
• Train kitchen staff to adhere to all safety, sanitation, food preparation, food storage, and beverage control policies
• Cook and directly supervise food preparations; ensure they are done following best practices.
• Make sure food items are stored in an orderly manner and under the proper conditions to avoid contamination and wastage.
• The kitchen area and dining space should be pest-free, hence, ensure regular pest control methods are undertaken.
• Ensure the high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times.

Competency/Skill/Requirements

• 10 years’ experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•  Culinary expertise
• Applicants must reside around V.I and its environs.
• Conversant with the health and safety requirements of a kitchen.
• A deep understanding of ingredients.
• Knowledge and experience in menu planning and portion control
• Attention to details
•  Supervisory and organizational skills

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: tosin@nicolesinclair.com using the position as subject of email.