About the Role
FMR Agency is seeking a skilled, creative, and dependable Cook to prepare quality meals for guests at our serviced apartment. The ideal candidate will showcase expertise in local and international cuisine while maintaining the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and guest satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare a diverse range of Nigerian, continental, Caribbean, and international dishes, including breakfast, snacks, pastries, desserts, and grills.
- Maintain consistent food quality, taste, standard portion sizes, and appealing presentation.
- Contribute to creative menu development and recipe improvement.
- Plan ingredient requirements, prepare shopping lists, and manage kitchen stock within approved budgets while minimizing waste.
- Ensure proper food storage and strict adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards.
- Manage specific guest dietary requirements and food allergies professionally.
- Coordinate meal orders and service times seamlessly with the Apartment Manager and Front Desk Officer.
- Possession of a Bachelor's Degree with 2 to 3 years of professional cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant, serviced apartment, or reputable catering establishment.
- Proven mastery of Nigerian, African, and international culinary arts.
- Demonstrated pastry and baking skills, which will be considered a strong advantage.
- Relevant culinary training or food-hygiene certification is highly preferred.
- Solid understanding of food costing, portion control, ingredient sourcing, and inventory management.
- Strong time-management, organizational, honesty, and independent working skills.
- Staff meals provided while on duty.
- Accommodation available on-site for convenience.