Kitchen Assistant

About this role

A full-time Kitchen Assistant position based in Abuja is being advertised by Eclat Human Resource Consulting Limited. The role supports the Chef with food preparation, kitchen hygiene, stock monitoring, and ensuring meals are ready and served on time. It targets applicants with basic kitchen experience who can follow recipes and maintain safety and cleanliness standards. The employer describes itself as a management consultancy serving public, private and third-sector organisations and seeks a cooperative team member to support daily kitchen operations.

What you would do

• Notify the Chef when stock is low or items are expired
• Assist with cooking and food preparation as directed by the Chef
• Keep the kitchen, preparation areas and dining spaces clean and organised
• Store ingredients properly to maintain freshness and reduce contamination
• Keep food prep and storage areas neat, safe and hygienic
• Clean kitchen surfaces, appliances, sinks and workstations before and after use
• Dispose of kitchen waste and maintain clean waste areas
• Wash and store utensils, pots, pans, plates, cutlery and other items
• Assist with meal preparation including washing, peeling, cutting and arranging ingredients
• Report damaged equipment or safety hazards to the Chef

What they are asking for

• Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant kitchen experience or similar kitchen support role
• Familiarity with food safety standards and kitchen equipment is an added advantage
• Experience in food preparation, kitchen cleaning, ingredient handling and storage preferred
• Previous experience assisting a Chef in a restaurant, hotel, corporate office or private kitchen is an advantage
• Knowledge of proper kitchen cleaning, food handling and storage practices
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions and kitchen procedures accurately
• Ability to complete tasks promptly and support timely meal preparation
• Ability to demonstrate honesty, discretion and professionalism within a law firm environment
• Ability to assist the Chef with basic food preparation and meal presentation

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