About the Role
Ace Mall isn’t just a collection of stores; it’s a vibrant experience woven into the heart of Southwest Nigeria. Our story began in 2012, when Prince Adeyinka Afonja, inspired by a vision to fill a retail gap, opened a modest provision store in Akobo. Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, Ace Mall has blossomed into a leading indigenous retail chain, offering a diverse range of services under one roof. We are currently looking for a creative and dedicated Chef to lead our kitchen operations, maintain high culinary standards, and delight our customers with delicious meals.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and develop diverse menus that cater to the unique tastes of our mall customers.
- Prepare and cook high-quality dishes in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintain strict hygiene, health, and safety standards across all kitchen operations.
- Manage kitchen inventory, order fresh ingredients, and minimize food wastage.
- Supervise kitchen staff, provide hands-on training, and delegate daily food preparation tasks.
- Ensure timely food service during peak operational hours while maintaining consistent quality.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional culinary experience in a busy restaurant, hotel, or retail food environment.
- Relevant culinary school certification or degree in food science, hospitality management, or a related field.
- Deep knowledge of local Nigerian cuisine as well as continental dishes.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse kitchen team.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities under pressure.
- Good communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding retail and hospitality brand.
- Health insurance and wellness benefits.
- A dynamic, supportive, and engaging work environment in Southwest Nigeria.