About this role
A cook is required for Prenox Hotel and Suites, a 30-room boutique luxury hotel located in Benin City, Edo. The role focuses on preparing ingredients, following recipes, and cooking menu items to meet quality and presentation standards. The position involves maintaining clean and organized workstations, sanitising equipment, and proper storage of ingredients, as well as monitoring stock levels and assisting with supplies ordering. The cook will work with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service, handle busy periods, and contribute to menu development and daily specials. Food safety and hygiene regulations must be followed, including safe handling of hot, cold, and potentially hazardous equipment.
What you would do
- Prepare ingredients and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards
- Chop vegetables, portion meats, and assemble dishes
- Maintain clean and organised workstations and sanitise equipment
- Ensure proper storage of ingredients and monitor ingredient levels
- Assist with ordering supplies and manage portion control to reduce waste
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and efficient workflow
- Handle high-pressure periods and multitask during busy service
- Suggest ideas for daily specials or seasonal dishes
- Assist with recipe development
- Follow food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations, including handling of equipment
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