Professional Chef

Job summary

A private household in Lagos is seeking an experienced and professional Chef to prepare high-quality meals for the household three days a week. The ideal candidate must be highly skilled in preparing a variety of continental dishes, desserts, and salads, with excellent knowledge of food presentation and kitchen hygiene.

Min Qualification: High School (S.S.C.E) Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 3 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Part Time - Flexible Hours Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of high-quality continental and international dishes.
• Prepare different types of desserts, pastries and salads.
• Plan and prepare menus based on the household’s preferences.
• Ensure meals are fresh, well-presented and served on time.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Properly store and manage food items and ingredients.
• Monitor kitchen supplies and minimise food wastage.
• Cater to specific dietary preferences or requirements where necessary.
• Keep kitchen equipment clean and properly maintained.
• Maintain professionalism, discretion and confidentiality within the household.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a professional or private household chef.
• Strong knowledge of continental cuisine.
• Excellent skills in preparing desserts and salads.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Strong menu planning and meal preparation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent presentation and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, organised and professional.
• Culinary training or certification is an added advantage.
• Must be available to work three days per week in Lagos.
• Continental cuisine.
• Dessert preparation.
• Salad preparation.
• Menu planning.
• Food presentation.
• Food hygiene and safety.
• Kitchen management.

Remuneration: NGN 200,000-250,000