About the Role
The Borough Lagos is a vibrant hospitality brand located in the heart of Lagos, renowned for delivering exceptional dining experiences. We are currently looking for a hardworking and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our energetic kitchen team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our kitchen runs smoothly, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, and assisting our chefs with daily food preparation tasks. If you have a passion for the culinary arts and a commitment to hygiene, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities- Assist the chef and kitchen team with basic food preparation, chopping, and ingredient portioning.
- Wash and maintain cleanliness of all dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
- Clean, sanitise, and maintain all kitchen surfaces, workstations, and dining support areas.
- Ensure proper storage, labelling, and handling of food items in accordance with health standards.
- Dispose of kitchen waste appropriately and uphold strict general sanitation guidelines.
- Receive, inspect, and properly arrange incoming kitchen supplies and inventory.
- Perform additional kitchen duties and ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the head chef or restaurant supervisor.
- Minimum of an SSCE qualification or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Previous working experience in a restaurant or commercial kitchen is a distinct advantage.
- Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and food safety regulations in Nigeria.
- Strong ability to follow instructions promptly and work effectively within a diverse team.
- Must be hardworking, punctual, physically resilient, and highly attentive to detail.
- Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for career growth within the culinary team.
- Staff meals provided during working shifts.
- Comprehensive training on professional kitchen operations and food safety standards.
- A supportive, energetic, and professional work environment in Lagos.