Events Hand / Kitchen Assistant

WE ARE HIRING!

EVENTS HAND / KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Company: Chef Eros & Co. Limited (ILÉ Eros)
Location: Lagos, Nigeria

About the Role

Chef Eros & Co. Limited is seeking a hardworking, reliable, and versatile Events Hand / Kitchen Assistant to support event setup, execution, and breakdown, while also providing kitchen operational support when there are no scheduled events.

This is a hands-on role that requires flexibility, teamwork, physical stamina, and a willingness to support different operational functions as business needs arise. The successful candidate will work closely with the Events and Culinary teams to maintain the Company's standards of quality, cleanliness, organization, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Event Setup and Operations

· Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and arranging event equipment, furniture, décor, supplies, and other materials.

· Support venue setup, including tables, chairs, table settings, service stations, and other event requirements.

· Assist with event breakdown, packing, and returning equipment and materials to their designated storage locations.

· Support the Events team with logistics, preparation, and on-site operational requirements.

· Handle event materials and equipment carefully and report any damaged, missing, or faulty items.

· Maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and safety at event venues and storage areas.

· Follow instructions from the Events Producer, Events Coordinator, or other designated supervisors.

2. Kitchen Support and Operations
During periods when there are no scheduled events, the employee will support the kitchen team with day-to-day operations, including:

· Assisting chefs with basic food preparation, such as washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients, as instructed.

· Washing and cleaning kitchen utensils, pots, pans, equipment, and work surfaces.

· Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.

· Assisting with the receiving, sorting, arrangement, and proper storage of ingredients and kitchen supplies.

· Supporting stock movement and maintaining an organized kitchen environment.

· Assisting with the movement of food items, equipment, and supplies within the kitchen.

· Disposing of waste appropriately and maintaining proper sanitation in assigned areas.

· Carrying out other reasonable kitchen support duties assigned by the designated kitchen supervisor.

3. General Operational Responsibilities

· Work collaboratively with the Events, Culinary, and Service teams to support operational efficiency.

· Be available for deployment between event duties and kitchen support, depending on business requirements.

· Comply with all Company policies, work schedules, hygiene requirements, safety procedures, and reporting lines.

· Demonstrate punctuality, discipline, accountability, and professionalism at all times.

Requirements and Qualifications

· Minimum of SSCE or its equivalent.

· Previous experience in events, hospitality, catering, or kitchen operations is an advantage.

· Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety is desirable.

· Physically fit and able to lift, carry, and move event materials when required.

· Willingness to perform both event-related and kitchen support duties.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions.

· Good teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

· Reliable, punctual, hardworking, and attentive to detail.

· Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, public holidays, and extended hours when required by event schedules.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a dependable and adaptable individual who understands the importance of teamwork in hospitality operations. The ideal candidate must be willing to contribute wherever needed, whether supporting a major event or assisting the kitchen team with daily operations.

Flexibility, a positive attitude, cleanliness, and a strong work ethic are essential for this role.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV to [email protected] with the subject line “Application – Events Hand / Kitchen Assistant.”

Join Chef Eros & Co. Limited and contribute to delivering exceptional culinary and event experiences.

Work Location: In person