Hospital Chef at Zhongxin Network Technology Company Limited

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Hospital Chef to join our Food Service Department at Zhongxin Network Technology Company Limited in Lagos, Nigeria. In this role, you will uphold the highest standards of culinary excellence and dietary safety while preparing and cooking high-quality, nutritious meals for patients and visitors.

This position requires strict adherence to dietary guidelines, sanitation standards, and production schedules in a high-volume institutional kitchen setting. You will play a key role in recipe standardization and ensuring all meals meet both medical requirements and high taste expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Preparation and Production

• Prepare and cook large quantities of food for general patient menus, cafeteria service, and special events, following standardized recipes and production sheets
• Ensure all food is prepared according to designated dietary requirements (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, soft, pureed, allergen-free) as specified by the Dietetics Department
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation to maintain consistency and high standards
• Collaborate with the Food Service Manager to plan menu cycles, manage inventory, and minimize food waste

Compliance and Safety

• Strictly adhere to all sanitation regulations, including temperature logs and personal hygiene protocols
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of all food products (FIFO—First In, First Out)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment at all times

Collaboration and Supervision

• Work closely with Registered Dietitians to adjust recipes for specific clinical diets and communicate any changes to kitchen staff
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of cooks and food service assistants during meal periods
• Participate in training staff on proper cooking techniques, safety procedures, and dietary protocols