Job Opportunities at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

DUTIES: 

• Oversee food and product ordering by keeping detailed records, minimize waste, and utilize existing systems to reduce excess.
• Assist the Sous Chef with food preparation and service, correcting any incorrect practices as needed.
• Assist in assigning tasks and support staff throughout the shift to maintain efficient food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
• Complete all end-of-day tasks to a high standard, ensuring staff sign-off is done promptly, back-of-house areas are secured, and the venue is ready for the next day.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Identify and address issues as they arise, resolving them when possible and report them when necessary.
• Monitor the events diary daily and escalate any issues or discrepancies to the Food and Beverage Manager for Ensure all equipment and cooking utensils are in excellent working condition.
• Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

• National Diploma in Hospitality and Management, Home Economics or related field with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be attentive to Detail
• Be a good team player and should be able to work under pressure.
• Creative and have ability to quickly learn new recipes and cooking procedures.

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DUTIES: 

• Guide and mentor kitchen assistants and interns.
• Manage and organize section stock and ingredients.
• Collaborate with the sous chef and senior cook to maintain kitchen organization and prepare daily specials.
• Consistently uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Coordinate with the shift supervisor to address issues and ensure quality food preparation and service.
• Maintain rigorous health and safety standards at all times.
• Perform additional job-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Hospitality and Management, Trade test Certificate in Hotel and Catering Management, Home Economics or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

• Have very pleasant personality and strong leadership skills.
• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Be a good team player and should be able to work under pressure.

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DUTIES: 

• Perform all necessary tasks to serve food and beverage according to the service standards and operating manuals of the hotel.
• Maintenance and up keep of all service equipment / materials.
• Responsible for getting stock for stores and maintaining hygiene standards in storage.
• Ensure minimum wastage, spoilage of food and drink.
• Preparing tables for a meal, taking customers' orders and serving drinks and food.
• Cleaning up before, after and during servings in a restaurant
• Responsible for all service preparations before, during and after the service (mis-en-place and mis-en-scene)
• Inform supervisor immediately on any operational and guest related matters.
• Show interest in and understanding for other departments processes
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with all kitchen and steward staff.
• Pleasant interaction with guest and always ready to serve.
• Maintaining hygiene and cleanliness standards in the outlet / service areas.
• Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

• National Diploma in Hospitality and Management, Trade test Certificate in Hotel and Catering Management, Home economics or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

• Have very pleasant personality and strong leadership skills.
• Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Be a good team player and should be able to work under pressure.