Cook in a Restaurant / Hospitality Firm - Startup Soar (Recruitment Services)

About this role

A cook is being sought for a restaurant in Wuse 2, Abuja. The role is full-time with a work pattern of roughly one day on, one day off, totaling about 15 working days per month. The employer operates in the restaurant and hospitality sector and requires someone who can prepare meals, maintain quality and hygiene, and work well with kitchen staff. The job involves following the restaurant menu, managing portion sizes, minimising waste, and ensuring foods are fresh, well presented and served on time.

What you would do

• Keep the kitchen, equipment and work areas clean and hygienic.
• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, and portion sizes.
• Collaborate with kitchen and restaurant staff for smooth operations.
• Minimise food waste and use ingredients responsibly.
• Ensure proper storage of raw and cooked food.
• Ensure food is fresh, well seasoned, well presented and served on time.
• Follow management instructions and maintain professional conduct.
• Prepare ingredients and organise the kitchen before service.
• Monitor kitchen supplies and report when ingredients are running low.
• Prepare and cook meals according to the menu and recipes.

What they are asking for

• Previous experience as a cook in a restaurant, hotel or similar food service setting.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to prepare meals consistently and efficiently.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Relevant culinary training or certification is an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other kitchen staff.
• Reliability, punctuality, neatness and attention to detail.

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