As a cook at a boarding school, your primary responsibility will involve preparing wholesome, large-batch meals for students and staff while strictly complying with food safety standards, hygiene protocols, and dietary restrictions. This position requires menu development, bulk ingredient handling, inventory oversight, and ensuring the kitchen remains immaculate, with potential scheduling demands such as early mornings, evenings, or weekends.
Oversee and execute a wide range of critical duties and obligations as part of this role, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. This position demands the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, identifying and implementing improvements to enhance productivity, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. Additionally, the role requires strong analytical skills to assess performance metrics, interpret data trends, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational capabilities, effective communication, and the capacity to adapt to evolving business needs.
Food preparation responsibilities include designing and preparing nutritious, visually appealing, and high-quality meals tailored to accommodate the dietary needs of diverse groups, including students and faculty.
Modify recipes and prepare alternative meal options to accommodate students with allergies, religious dietary restrictions, or medical conditions.
Ensure unwavering compliance with health and safety regulations by meticulously overseeing food storage protocols, monitoring temperature controls, and conducting thorough cleaning of all kitchen areas, dining facilities, and equipment.
Inventory and Stock Management: Support in receiving food deliveries, tracking inventory levels, and minimizing food waste.
Collaborate closely with the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager to synchronize meal preparation schedules with the school’s daily bell schedule.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their CVs via email to hr@smsabuja.sch.ng and jobs@smsabuja.sch.ng, ensuring the position is clearly stated in the subject line.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
5 - 10 years
