Cook

Job title : Cook

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced, hygienic and dependable Cook who can prepare tasty and nutritious meals.
• The successful candidate should be skilled in preparing a wide variety of Nigerian disheswhile maintaining excellent food-safety and kitchen-hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and other meals as required.
• Prepare a variety of Nigerian dishes and selected continental meals.
• Develop suitable meal plans in consultation with the employer.
• Prepare meals according to individual preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare shopping lists and monitor the availability of food ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Ensure proper portioning and minimise food waste.
• Store food items correctly and monitor expiry dates.
• Maintain a clean and properly organised kitchen.
• Wash and properly store cooking utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Observe high standards of personal hygiene and food safety.
• Inform the employer promptly when ingredients or kitchen supplies need to be replaced.
• Perform other cooking-related duties assigned by the employer.

Requirements

• Minimum of an SSCE, GCE, NECO or equivalent qualification.
• A certificate in catering, hospitality or culinary arts would be an advantage.
• At least two years of verifiable experience as a Cook in a private residence, restaurant, hotel, catering company or similar environment.
• Strong ability to prepare different Nigerian meals.
• Ability to prepare basic continental dishes will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, storage and kitchen safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and accommodate dietary preferences.
• Honest, punctual, organised and able to work with minimal supervision.