Sous Chef (Pastry & Intercontinental) at Cedar Grillz & Lounge

Role

• Full-time, shift-based (evenings, weekends & public holidays) position in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Reports to the Head Chef. 1 opening. Time split: approximately 60–70% pastry & desserts, 30–40% intercontinental support and kitchen deputising.

Core Purpose

• Lead the pastry, bakery and dessert section while supporting the Head Chef with the intercontinental menu. Ensure every dessert, bread, pastry and intercontinental dish meets the highest standards of precision, consistency and presentation. Act as the Head Chef’s deputy and help build systems that allow the kitchen to scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and refresh the dessert, pastry and bakery menu, including signature African-inspired desserts
• Prepare breads, pastries, cakes, ice creams, mousses and celebration desserts to a consistent standard
• Support the preparation and execution of intercontinental dishes (pastas, sauces, seafood, salads, etc.)
• Run the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence
• Enforce quality, plating, portion and allergen standards across both sections
• Manage pastry-related stock, costing and waste control
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Contribute to recipe documentation, training and brand growth

Requirements

• Minimum: OND / HND / Diploma in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking, Hospitality or Catering
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or professional pastry diploma from a recognised international school
• Required: Food Safety & Hygiene certificate and Allergen Awareness
• 4–6 years professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years focused on pastry and solid intercontinental cooking experience
• Strong portfolio of pastry and dessert work required
• Experience supervising a team and deputising for a Head Chef is an advantage
• Advanced pastry skills, solid intercontinental cooking ability, leadership and cost awareness

Other Notes:

• Uniform provided; strict kitchen hygiene and grooming standards apply
• Physically demanding (long standing hours, heat, lifting).