Assistant Chef

This vacancy presents a chance to join a leading organization. Position Overview: - Our client urgently requires the services of an Assistant Chef who has a minimum of four years’ experience. This person must be good in cooking African and continental dishes. - The ideal candidate should have OND, HND or BSc and must have worked in a top notched Hotel. Candidates residing within Ikeja or close vicinities to GRA Ikeja will be most preferred Job Responsibilities - Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards. - Ensure freshness and quality of ingredients used in food preparation. - Planning menus - Ensuring food quality and taste is of the highest standard - Managing inventory of stock and ordering raw materials - Controlling budgets and minimizing wastage - Maintaining health and hygiene in the kitchen - Organizing duty roster of the staff - Recruiting, training and developing staff - Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and food preparation areas. - Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed. - Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate food preparation and service. - Follow proper food handling and safety procedures. - Adapt recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences. - Assist with menu planning and recipe development. - Train and mentor junior kitchen staff. - Monitor food waste and implement strategies to reduce waste. - Manage kitchen operations during shifts. - Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff and management. - Follow established portion control guidelines. - Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues. - Any other assignment from the management.