As a boarding school cook, you will craft wholesome, large-scale meals for students and faculty while strictly following food safety, hygiene, and dietary protocols. This position encompasses menu development, bulk ingredient preparation, inventory oversight, and maintaining an immaculate kitchen, with potential requirements for early morning, evening, or weekend shifts.
Oversee and execute a range of critical tasks and obligations that drive operational excellence and organizational success. Lead key initiatives, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget, addressing challenges proactively and fostering a culture of accountability. Serve as a liaison between departments, facilitating clear communication and alignment of goals to achieve strategic objectives. Monitor progress through regular evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed to sustain continuous growth and efficiency.
Food Preparation: Develop and prepare nutritious, visually appealing meals in large quantities for students and faculty, ensuring balanced menus that meet dietary and quality standards.
The dietary accommodations role involves adapting recipes and crafting alternative meal options to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with allergies, religious dietary restrictions, or specific medical requirements.
Ensure unwavering compliance with health and safety regulations by meticulously managing food storage, monitoring temperature controls, and conducting thorough cleaning of the kitchen, dining hall, and all equipment.
Assist in the receipt of food deliveries, oversee stock levels, and implement strategies to minimize food waste.
Collaborate closely with the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager to synchronize meal preparation schedules with the school’s established daily bell schedule.
Qualified and motivated candidates are invited to submit their CV via email to hr@smsabuja.sch.ng or jobs@smsabuja.sch.ng, ensuring the position title is clearly stated in the subject line of the message.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
5 - 10 years
