Sous Chef at the Amazon Suites Full Time

The Amazon Suites, a 20-suite, five-star boutique hotel in Yaba, Lagos Nigeria. A rich luxury showpiece with a contemporary city garden ambience.

We are desirous of recruiting suitably qualified individuals in the position below:

Job Title: Sous Chef

Location: Yaba, Lagos

Job Summary

• We are looking for a professional Sous Chef- Nigerian cuisine willing to work within Yaba, Lagos.
• As a Sous Chef, your expertise in recipe development elevates our menus while your leadership inspires and fosters our Culinary talent.
• The successful candidate will employ its culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Manage all Kitchens in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Create all food menus with the guidance of the Executive Chef
• Complete daily market lists to ensure quality food ordering while maintaining budgeted costs
• Meet with Storekeepers to ensure quality & par levels are maintained
• Interact closely with the Catering department to assist in function menu co-ordination and meet with clients as required
• Conduct daily shift briefings with all Sous Chefs
• Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations
• Liaise daily with Outlet Managers and Sous Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Plan the food design in order to create a perfect match between the dish’s aspect and its taste;
• Train the auxiliary kitchen staff in order to provide best results in minimum time and using at the maximum the available resources;
• Create tasting menus for customers interested in contracting the food for different events (wedding, banquets, corporate dinners, birthday parties, etc.)from their kitchen;
• Must be great with variety of dishes (e.g Nigerian cuisine)
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
• 4-5 years 4/5 Star Hotel relevant work experience as Sous Chef
• Great attention to detail and creativity
• MUST be proficient in the use of Opera and Micros
• Must be willing to work within Yaba, Lagos.
• Organizing and leadership skills
• Willingness to replenish professional knowledge
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Previous leadership experience in the culinary field required.

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2021.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, passport photograph & Cover Letters to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.