Head Chef

Head Chef — 1804 Grills

Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role
1804 Grills is looking for a skilled, creative, and highly organised Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations and maintain a consistently high standard of food, service, and kitchen management.

The Head Chef will oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, from menu execution and food quality to team management, inventory, hygiene, and cost control. We’re looking for someone who can lead a team confidently while bringing creativity, discipline, and consistency to every plate.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the kitchen team and coordinate daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented consistently according to 1804 Grills’ standards.
• Develop, improve, and maintain menus in collaboration with management.
• Manage food preparation, portion control, plating, and service during busy periods.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, taste, and presentation.
• Manage kitchen inventory, stock levels, ordering, and minimise food waste.
• Maintain proper food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff.
• Create and maintain standard recipes and kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food costs and support effective cost-control measures.
• Coordinate with management and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.
• Handle kitchen issues quickly and professionally during service.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and work areas are properly maintained and organised.
• Support the development of new dishes and seasonal menu offerings.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or senior kitchen leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian and international cuisine, particularly grilled dishes and contemporary restaurant food.
• Excellent leadership and team-management skills.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, portion control, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to manage food costs, inventory, and kitchen resources effectively.
• Culinary training or relevant professional experience is an advantage.

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who is passionate about food, takes pride in their work, leads by example, and understands that great food requires both creativity and discipline.

If you’re confident leading a kitchen, developing great food, and maintaining high standards, we’d love to hear from you.

Pay: From ₦135,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person