About the Role
Whitefield Hotels Limited is renowned for welcoming guests with outstanding services, natural warmth, and an inviting ambiance, making every stay a true home-away-from-home experience. We are currently looking for a skilled and passionate Chef / Cook to join our vibrant culinary team in Nigeria. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations during service. Whether you are executing signature dishes or managing daily station preparation, your focus will be on quality, speed, food safety, and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare, season, and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Operate standard commercial kitchen equipment efficiently, including grills, ovens, fryers, slicers, and burners.
- Handle prep work effectively by cutting vegetables, portioning proteins, and preparing sauces and marinades.
- Manage station workload to ensure dishes are completed accurately and served promptly during peak hours.
- Maintain strict food hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards in full compliance with local health regulations.
- Keep cooking areas, equipment, surfaces, and utensils clean, organized, and disinfected throughout the shift.
- Monitor food temperatures and store raw and cooked items correctly to avoid cross-contamination.
- Track station stock levels and communicate inventory shortages proactively to the Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
- Label, date, and properly rotate food stock using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) standards.
- Proven professional experience working as a Chef, Cook, or similar culinary role within the hospitality or hotel industry.
- In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, commercial kitchen equipment operation, and food safety regulations.
- Strong understanding of kitchen sanitation, hygiene, and FIFO inventory management practices.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a passion for delivering exceptional guest satisfaction.
- Relevant certification in culinary arts, hospitality management, or a related field is an added advantage.
- Competitive salary package with opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- A supportive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a reputable hotel brand.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities in culinary arts and hospitality.
- Staff meals and other attractive welfare benefits in line with company policy.