Head Chef
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Job Summary
Head Chef
Location: Lekki-Ajah Lagos
Industry: Hospitality / Beach Resort
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Experience Level: Minimum 5 Years
Monthly Salary: 400000
Working Hours: 8:00 AM Daily (One Day Off Weekly)
Accommodation: Provided
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations at a premium beach resort. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional culinary skills leadership abilities menu creativity and strong food safety compliance. This role requires someone with proven experience managing a busy hospitality kitchen ensuring excellent dining experiences cost control and consistent quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Leadership & Operations
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Oversee daily kitchen operations and staff performance including training supervision and scheduling.
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Lead motivate and mentor kitchen personnel to ensure smooth workflow and a high-performing team.
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Coordinate kitchen activities to ensure timely preparation and service of meals.
Menu Development & Execution
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Create and update high-quality diverse menus featuring local seafood continental dishes grills and specialty cuisines.
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Design special event and seasonal menus in line with resort offerings (weddings private dinners themed nights).
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Ensure consistency in food presentation taste and quality.
Procurement Cost & Inventory Management
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Manage kitchen budgeting food costing stock control and minimize waste using methods like FIFO.
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Liaise with suppliers to source quality food items at competitive prices.
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Ensure accurate documentation and timely ordering of food beverages and kitchen supplies.
Health Safety & Compliance
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Enforce strict adherence to hygiene standards (HACCP COSHH food safety regulations).
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Conduct routine inspections to ensure kitchen cleanliness equipment functionality and compliance with regulatory standards.
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Maintain proper food handling allergen control storage compliance and temperature logs.
Customer & Resort Experience
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Maintain a professional and positive image when interacting with management and resort guests.
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Support special guest requests dietary needs and provide solutions-based service.
Qualifications
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Minimum of HND/BSc in Hospitality Management Culinary Arts Food Science or any related field.
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Additional Culinary Certification (e.g. Culinary Diploma City & Guilds) is an added advantage.
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Minimum 5 years proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel resort or restaurant.
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Good knowledge of Nigerian continental seafood and grill menus.
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Must have strong leadership organizational and communication skills.
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Ability to work under pressure during weekends holidays and peak periods.
Required Skills
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Excellent menu development and food presentation
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Strong leadership and team management abilities
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Food costing and inventory management skills
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Creativity and passion for culinary innovation
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Knowledge of health safety and sanitation standards
Benefits
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Attractive monthly salary
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Free accommodation
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Daily staff meals
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Stable working environment
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Career advancement opportunities
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
Subject Line: Head Chef Lekki-Ajah
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Food Industry
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
