Restaurant Cook

Core responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and quality standards.
• Follow portioning, plating, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and proper temperature control.
• Keep the workstation clean, organized, and stocked.
• Follow directions from the head chef/sous chef and communicate issues promptly.

Daily tasks

• Prep: wash, chop, weigh, marinate, and pre-cook ingredients.
• Cooking: operate stoves, ovens, grills, fryers and finish dishes during service.
• Plating: assemble and plate dishes neatly and consistently.
• Service support: replenish pass, communicate ticket times, and ensure orders leave correctly.
• Cleaning: sanitize surfaces, wash equipment and follow end-of-shift cleaning checklists.

Food safety & sanitation

• Follow HACCP/food-safety practices (handwashing, cross-contamination prevention).
• Label and rotate stock (FIFO).
• Monitor and record fridge/freezer temperatures when required.
• Dispose of waste properly and report pest or contamination concerns.

Inventory & stock management

• Receive deliveries and check quantities/quality.
• Store items correctly (dry, cold, frozen).
• Report low-stock items and damaged goods.
• Help with basic stock counts and waste tracking.

Teamwork & communication

• Work with front-of-house to manage timings and special requests.
• Train juniors and share prep notes.
• Report equipment faults and safety hazards.

Skills & physical demands

• Basic knife skills, cooking techniques, and recipe reading.
• Able to stand long shifts, lift moderate weight, and work in hot environments.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person