Hotel Cook (Cummings Chef)

About this role

Venmac Resources Limited, a hotel management company, is looking for a Hotel Cook to join its kitchen team in Abuja. The role involves preparing Nigerian and continental dishes, following recipes and portion standards, and maintaining kitchen hygiene to meet the hotel's quality expectations. The Cook will work with hotel guests, restaurant guests, room service, staff meals, and events, ensuring meals are ready on time and presented well. The position requires practical cooking experience in hospitality settings and the ability to work under pressure while collaborating with kitchen staff. The employer offers a monthly salary of ₦150,000 and full-time employment with potential career development in the hospitality industry.

What you would do

• Prepare Nigerian, continental and other menu items according to hotel requirements
• Cook meals for hotel guests, restaurant customers, room service, staff meals and events
• Follow approved recipes and preparation methods to ensure consistency
• Ensure meals are cooked, seasoned, garnished and presented before service
• Prepare ingredients including washing, peeling, cutting, marinating and measuring
• Adjust preparations to accommodate guest requests and dietary requirements
• Follow menu and daily production plan to maintain consistency
• Ensure meals meet temperature, quality and presentation standards
• Coordinate with Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor on menu improvements
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety, manage stock and assist with receiving supplies

What they are asking for

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant or similar establishment
• Certificate or diploma in Catering, Culinary Arts or related field is an advantage
• Practical knowledge of Nigerian dishes and familiarity with continental cuisine
• Ability to follow recipes and portion standards to ensure consistency
• Good understanding of kitchen hygiene, food safety and storage
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and keep a clean workspace
• Good time management, organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple orders
• Honesty, punctuality, discipline and willingness to learn
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods in a busy kitchen

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