Here is the updated ad:Location: Ikate, Lagos
Our client, a distinguished Afro fusion restolounge located in Kate, Lagos, is in search of a Sous Chef who combines technical precision, unwavering discipline, and the capacity to function as the principal deputy within a high-caliber kitchen team. Reporting directly to the Head Chef, you will assume complete responsibility for kitchen operations during their absence. Candidates who lack a credential from an accredited culinary institution or prior experience in a fine dining setting need not submit an application.
What you will do:
Assist the Head Chef in overseeing the kitchen’s daily operations across all service periods.
Ensure seamless kitchen operations in the Head Chef’s absence, upholding uncompromising standards at all times.
Oversee and mentor junior kitchen personnel, fostering their professional growth while ensuring uniform standards are upheld throughout each service period.
Prepare and present all dishes in strict adherence to the Head Chef’s established standards, ensuring no compromise in quality or presentation.
Collaborate on menu design, curate seasonal offerings, and evaluate new recipes through rigorous testing.
Oversee food preparation processes, ensure accurate portioning, and guarantee precise plating presentation across every station.
Responsibilities include maintaining precise kitchen inventory through diligent stock tracking, strategic ordering, and efficient waste management to ensure optimal resource utilization.
Generate accurate and prompt reports on inventory status, culinary expenses, and daily operational activities for executive assessment.
Maintain rigorous hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety protocols throughout the kitchen team to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.
Must maintain an onsite presence for a minimum of five days each week.
What we are looking for:
A recognized culinary school diploma is an essential prerequisite for this position.
Professional kitchen experience of no less than five years is required, including a minimum of two years in a Sous Chef capacity or a senior line cook position.
Demonstrated expertise in fine dining establishments is essential for this role, as it is a mandatory requirement rather than an optional preference.
Proficiency in Afro fusion cuisine, coupled with a sincere passion for its culinary philosophy, is essential.
Demonstrates strong capability to oversee kitchen operations autonomously while upholding established standards in the absence of the Head Chef.
Accomplished reporting capabilities, enabling precise monitoring of inventory levels, cost tracking, and kitchen operational performance.
Proven leadership skills are essential for effectively guiding a kitchen team with unwavering confidence, clear communication, and consistent performance.
Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in food preparation, presentation, and hygiene standards.
Maintains composure and concentration amidst high-pressure, high-volume service environments.
Proficient in managing kitchen costs, overseeing inventory, and implementing waste reduction strategies.
A proven ability to work effectively within a team setting, coupled with the capacity to receive guidance and implement tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualified individuals seeking to apply for this opportunity are encouraged to submit their CV via email to recruitmentbhh@gmail.com, with the position title clearly stated in the subject line.
Qualifications
Others , Vocational
Experience Required
5 - 9 years
