About the Role
FoodCo Limited, a leading diversified consumer goods company in South-West Nigeria, is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Grill Associate to join our fast-growing fast-food team in Ibadan. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering delicious, high-quality meals while ensuring a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment. If you possess a passion for food service and thrive in a vibrant team, we want you to grow with us.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare, grill, and present a variety of food items strictly according to FoodCo recipes and quality standards.
- Ensure all food is cooked safely, consistently, and served promptly within target preparation times.
- Maintain impeccable cleanliness and hygiene across the grill station, kitchen equipment, and overall work area.
- Strictly adhere to organizational food safety, health, and sanitation policies at all times.
- Monitor daily food stock levels, reporting shortages or minimizing wastage to the supervisor.
- Store and handle fresh ingredients properly to maintain optimal freshness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Provide friendly, polite, and professional customer service during direct customer interactions.
- Assist with essential opening and closing kitchen duties, including equipment sanitization and workstation setup.
- Collaborate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations during peak business periods.
- Minimum of SSCE, ND, or NCE educational qualification.
- Prior hands-on experience in grilling, kitchen operations, or general food service is an added advantage.
- Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills with a strong customer service orientation.
- Proven ability to thrive and maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Physically fit with the stamina to stand for long operational periods.
- Willingness and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.
- Basic knowledge of food safety, health standards, and hygiene practices.
- Reliable, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn new culinary skills.
- Competitive salary with opportunities for career growth within a leading retail and fast-food brand.
- Comprehensive on-the-job training in culinary standards and kitchen safety.
- Friendly, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
- Staff meals and employee discounts across our retail and restaurant networks.