Head Chef - African & Continental Cuisine

About the Role

• Our Client is looking for an experienced Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and deliver high-quality African and Continental cuisine,
• They are looking for an experienced, skilled, and highly dependable Head Chef to take charge of kitchen operations in Abuja and Asaba, respectively.
• The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in African and Continental cuisine, excellent knowledge of food preparation and kitchen management, and the ability to produce high-quality meals consistently.
• This is an opportunity for a chef who takes pride in their craft, understands the importance of consistency and hygiene, and can independently manage a kitchen to a high standard.
• We are particularly interested in candidates who are confident working with a variety of African and Continental dishes and who can bring both creativity and structure to the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Management:

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Plan, organize and oversee daily food preparation and cooking.
• Ensure meals are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Manage kitchen workflow effectively and ensure meals are prepared on schedule.
• Maintain an organized, clean and efficient kitchen environment.
• Coordinate kitchen activities and ensure smooth collaboration with the kitchen assistant and other relevant personnel.

Menu & Food Preparation:

• Prepare a wide range of high-quality African and Continental dishes.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of traditional African cuisine as well as Continental cooking techniques.
• Develop and execute meals according to established preferences, recipes and dietary requirements where applicable.
• Bring creativity and variety to meal planning while maintaining consistency.
• Maintain high standards of taste, presentation, portioning and quality.

Food Safety & Hygiene:

• Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper storage, handling and preservation of food items.
• Monitor food quality and freshness and prevent unnecessary waste.
• Ensure kitchen equipment, utensils and work surfaces are properly cleaned and maintained.
• Follow appropriate food safety and hygiene practices at all times.

Inventory & Kitchen Operations:

• Monitor kitchen supplies, ingredients and stock levels.
• Assist with planning ingredient requirements and grocery/provision lists.
• Minimize food waste and use ingredients responsibly.
• Identify shortages or equipment needs promptly.
• Maintain an efficient and cost-conscious kitchen operation without compromising food quality.

Team & Professional Conduct:

• Work effectively with the kitchen assistant and provide appropriate direction and supervision.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and strong time management.
• Maintain discretion and respect the privacy of the household/business and its operations.
• Communicate clearly regarding kitchen needs, schedules, supplies and challenges.
• Take ownership of responsibilities and work with minimal supervision.

Requirements
The ideal candidate should have:

• Proven professional experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, Senior Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role.
• Strong experience preparing African and Continental cuisine.
• Excellent cooking skills and strong attention to taste, quality and presentation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and proper food storage.
• Experience supervising or working with kitchen assistants or junior kitchen staff.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet meal schedules.
• High level of professionalism, reliability and personal integrity.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide credible references and demonstrate previous professional experience.

Preferred Qualities:
We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about cooking and takes pride in their work.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Clean, disciplined, and safety-conscious.
• Creative but also able to follow established menus and preferences.
• Adaptable and willing to accommodate reasonable client preferences.
• Proactive rather than waiting to be instructed on every task.
• Calm and professional.
• Trustworthy and respectful.
• Comfortable working in a high-standard environment where quality and consistency matter.

Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: N500,000+ depending on experience, skill level, and suitability.

Additional benefits include:

• Accommodation allowance
• Transportation allowance
• Final compensation and employment terms will be discussed with shortlisted candidates based on experience and overall suitability.

Application Closing Date
15th September, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should:

Note

• Please ensure that all information provided is accurate and that your CV reflects your relevant professional experience.
• Only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.
• This is a senior kitchen position, and we are looking for candidates who can demonstrate genuine professional experience rather than simply an interest in cooking.
• Candidates may be required to participate in an interview and/or practical assessment as part of the selection process.

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