About the Role
Prenox Hotel and Suites is a prestigious 30-room boutique luxury hotel nestled in the serene GRA of Benin City, offering top-tier accommodation and hospitality services. We are currently seeking a talented and dedicated Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing exquisite meals that meet our high standards of quality, taste, and presentation, ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable culinary experience.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare ingredients, follow standardized recipes, and cook menu items to meet strict quality and presentation standards, including chopping vegetables, portioning meats, and assembling dishes.
- Maintain clean, hygienic, and organized workstations, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure proper storage of all food ingredients in compliance with health regulations.
- Monitor ingredient inventory levels, assist with supply ordering, and manage portion control to minimize kitchen waste and optimize operational costs.
- Collaborate effectively with kitchen assistants, line cooks, and other staff members to guarantee seamless service delivery and efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Handle high-pressure situations gracefully during busy service periods, multitask efficiently, and adapt swiftly to changing menu requirements or special requests.
- Contribute creative ideas for daily specials or seasonal dishes and actively assist the head chef with recipe development and menu enhancement.
- Strictly adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations, ensuring safe handling of hot, cold, and potentially hazardous kitchen equipment.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of professional cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant, or upscale dining environment.
- Proven knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen safety standards, and food hygiene regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.
- Relevant culinary certification or diploma will be an added advantage.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and culinary skill development.
- A supportive, clean, and professional work environment in a luxury boutique hotel setting.
- Staff meals and other attractive welfare packages.