Chef at a Premier Hotel - Urielsprout Limited

Urielsprout Limited - Our client, a premier Hotel located in Edo State, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chef

Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• We are seeking an experienced and talented Chef to join the culinary team at a premier hotel in Edo State. The Chef will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen staff, ensuring the quality and presentation of all dishes, and maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• This role is ideal for a creative and passionate chef who thrives in a high-paced, professional kitchen environment and is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities
Menu Creation & Planning:

• Develop and design innovative and diverse menus that reflect the hotel’s brand and meet guest expectations.
• Update menus based on seasonal ingredients, guest preferences, and food trends.
• Ensure menu offerings are aligned with dietary restrictions, allergies, and health-conscious trends.

Food Preparation & Cooking:

• Oversee food preparation and cooking, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest quality and standards.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control for all dishes.
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of a variety of cuisines (e.g., continental, local, and international).

Kitchen Management:

• Manage kitchen operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and timely food preparation.
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring they are well-prepared and working efficiently.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure stock rotation to avoid waste or spoilage (FIFO principles).
• Ensure that kitchen equipment and utensils are used properly and maintained in good working order.

Quality Control & Safety:

• Ensure that all food items are cooked, stored, and presented according to safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Comply with food safety and sanitation standards to prevent contamination and uphold health regulations.
• Monitor the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and storage areas.

Cost Control & Budgeting:

• Assist with food cost management, controlling waste, and maintaining food production within budget.
• Help with sourcing and selecting suppliers to ensure the best quality ingredients at the best possible cost.
• Monitor portion control and minimize food wastage.

Guest Satisfaction:

• Respond to guest feedback and preferences, ensuring that guests’ dining experiences are exceptional.
• Adapt to special dietary requirements, preferences, or custom requests with creativity and flexibility.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef or Sous Chef in a hotel or high-end restaurant (at least 3-5 years preferred).
• A Culinary Degree or equivalent professional qualification in Food Preparation is highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of various cooking techniques, ingredients, and cuisines.
• Experience managing kitchen operations, including inventory control and staff supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations within the kitchen.
• Passion for food and a strong desire to innovate and create exceptional dining experiences.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Culinary Expertise: Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen operations.
• Creativity & Innovation: Ability to create new and exciting dishes while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of kitchen staff, ensuring a collaborative and positive working environment.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for presentation, taste, and quality control.
• Time Management & Efficiency: Ability to work quickly and efficiently, managing multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Health & Safety Consciousness: Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene practices, and kitchen regulations.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff, other hotel departments, and guests.

Salary
N150,000 - N200,000 / Month.

Application Closing Date
14th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and Cover Letter to: urielsproutrecruits@gmail.com using "Chef Application" as the subject of the email.

Note: Our client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.