About the Role
The Place is a leading brand in the Nigerian food services and hospitality industry, committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and satisfying the evolving tastes of our valued customers. We are currently expanding our culinary horizons and looking for a talented Chef or Caterer with deep expertise in authentic Bayelsa cuisine to join our dynamic team in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and standardize recipes that authentically align with traditional Bayelsa taste preferences and customer expectations.
- Conduct culinary experiments and test new local food products for potential rollout across our branches.
- Train kitchen staff, cooks, and supervisors on the preparation and presentation of newly introduced menu items.
- Conduct continuous market and competitor research to identify emerging food trends and local culinary preferences.
- Maintain strict quality control standards for all food production processes at the branch level.
- Collect data and track product performance to evaluate customer reception and sales metrics.
- Source quality ingredients by successfully navigating local markets in the region.
- Minimum of SSCE, OND, or HND qualification in a relevant discipline.
- Proven professional experience working as a cook, caterer, or chef specializing in local cuisine.
- In-depth knowledge of traditional Bayelsa dishes and local ingredient sourcing.
- Must currently reside in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
- Strong leadership and training skills with the ability to mentor kitchen teams.
- Very attractive and competitive remuneration package.
- Annual 13th-month bonus.
- Profit-sharing opportunities.