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  • Posted: Jul 2, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Elvaridah is a Business Development Company with the primary objective of working with businesses and business owners to start up their businesses, improve, differentiate or expand already existing ones.
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    Kitchen Assistant

    Job Summary

    • We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Kitchen Assistant to support the daily operations of a busy kitchen.
    • The successful candidate will assist in food preparation, maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards, organize kitchen supplies, and ensure the kitchen operates efficiently.
    • The ideal candidate should be physically fit, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients.
    • Wash dishes, kitchen utensils, pots, pans, and cooking equipment.
    • Clean and sanitize kitchen workstations, floors, storage areas, and equipment.
    • Ensure proper storage of food items in accordance with food safety standards.
    • Receive, inspect, and properly store food deliveries and kitchen supplies.
    • Dispose of waste appropriately and maintain a clean working environment.
    • Refill ingredients and kitchen supplies as needed.
    • Assist with serving and plating meals when required.
    • Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the supervisor.
    • Follow all food hygiene, health, and safety regulations.
    • Support the kitchen team with other duties assigned by the Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

    Requirements

    • Minimum of SSCE/WAEC qualification.
    • Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant, Steward, or similar role is an added advantage.
    • Basic understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices.
    • Ability to work long hours, including weekends and public holidays when required.
    • Good physical stamina and ability to lift kitchen supplies.
    • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
    • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
    • High level of cleanliness, discipline, and attention to detail.
    • Willingness to learn and take direction from supervisors.

    Preferred Skills:

    • Knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
    • Time management and organizational skills.
    • Ability to multitask effectively.
    • Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
    • Reliability and punctuality.

    Working Conditions:

    • Fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.
    • Shift-based schedule, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
    • Accommodation and daily feeding are provided by the employer.

    Benefits

    • Salary: Competitive (Based on Experience)
    • Accommodation Provided
    • Daily Feeding
    • Opportunities for training and career growth
    • Paid leave in line with company policy.

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    Food Packaging Officer

    Reports To: Packaging Supervisor / Production Manager

    Role Summary

    • The Food Packaging Staff is responsible for proper packaging, labeling, portioning, and presentation of meals produced at the Firewood Jollof Central Kitchen.
    • The role ensures that all meals leaving the kitchen meet the company’s quality, hygiene, speed, and presentation standards before delivery to customers, corporates, outlets, and events.

    Core Responsibilities

    • Package meals according to approved Firewood Jollof packaging standards.
    • Ensure correct portion sizes are maintained consistently.
    • Ensure meals are sealed, labeled, and arranged properly before dispatch.
    • Check food appearance and packaging quality before handover.
    • Assist in preparing bulk orders, corporate orders, and event packaging.
    • Ensure packaging materials are available and organized before production starts.
    • Report damaged packaging materials or shortages immediately.
    • Maintain cleanliness of packaging stations and surrounding areas.
    • Follow hygiene and food safety standards strictly at all times.
    • Support smooth coordination between production, logistics, and dispatch teams.
    • Ensure speed and accuracy during high volume production periods.
    • Avoid wastage of packaging materials and food items.
    • Resume work on time and maintain readiness before operations begin.
    • Work closely with QA and Supervisors during inspections and checks.
    • Protect the Firewood Jollof brand through excellent presentation and packaging standards.

    KPI / Performance Measurement

    • Accuracy of meal packaging
    • Packaging speed and efficiency
    • Reduction in packaging errors
    • Hygiene compliance
    • Reduction in wastage
    • Presentation quality
    • Attendance and punctuality
    • Teamwork and coordination
    • Compliance with SOPs and packaging standards

    Requirements

    • Previous food packaging or kitchen experience is an advantage.
    • SSCE, OND or NCE
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
    • Good understanding of hygiene and food safety practices.
    • Must be disciplined, hardworking, and detail oriented.
    • Ability to stand for long hours and work under pressure.
    • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays when required.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@elvaridah.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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