About the Role
YellowDoor Hotels is a premier boutique hotel chain located in Abuja, Nigeria, offering luxury accommodations and top-tier dining experiences for business executives and leisure travelers. We are currently looking for a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to help deliver consistently excellent food across our multi-functional restaurant and bar, The Living Room, as well as breakfast, room service, and events. Working alongside the Head Chef, you will lead a dynamic kitchen team and bring both Nigerian and international menus to life in an environment that pairs warm hospitality with uncompromising culinary standards.
Key ResponsibilitiesAs our Sous Chef, your daily contributions will directly impact our guest satisfaction and kitchen efficiency:
- Coordinate daily food preparation and service across four hotel food outlets to ensure seamless execution.
- Supervise 1 to 5 kitchen staff members, actively coaching them and addressing performance gaps fairly.
- Maintain strict consistency in portioning, visual presentation, and overall menu execution.
- Track inventory, plan daily prep schedules, and implement strategies to minimize food waste.
- Enforce HACCP-based hygiene and food-safety routines on every shift without exception.
- Take charge of kitchen shifts and lead operations confidently when the Head Chef is away.
We are looking for a hands-on culinary professional who meets the following criteria:
- Proven expertise in executing both Nigerian and international menus.
- Demonstrated experience in kitchen team supervision and improving staff performance.
- Strong working knowledge of HACCP-based food safety regulations.
- Proficiency in stock management and waste control.
- Prior experience in a hotel or hospitality kitchen is considered a strong advantage.
- Relevant culinary certification or diploma is preferred.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings.
Joining YellowDoor Hotels means becoming part of a growing, ambitious hospitality brand in Abuja. We offer:
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship from an experienced Head Chef.
- A supportive, collaborative work environment that values culinary creativity.
- Staff meals and other hospitality perks during shifts.