About the Role
Eko Hotels & Suites, Nigeria's premier luxury destination, is looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef with a deep mastery of national dishes to join our esteemed culinary team. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining our high standards of food quality, kitchen hygiene, and authentic flavor presentation, ensuring every guest enjoys an unforgettable dining experience rooted in rich cultural heritage.
Key Responsibilities- Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu planning, and recipe standardization for all national and regional dishes.
- Supervise, mentor, and train kitchen staff to ensure consistency, efficiency, and adherence to top-tier hygiene standards.
- Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating processes, maintaining strict quality control across all service shifts.
- Manage inventory levels, monitor stock rotation, and minimize food wastage while maintaining optimal ingredient quality.
- Collaborate with the purchasing department to source fresh, high-quality local ingredients that meet hotel specifications.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations within the kitchen environment.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional culinary experience in a reputable hotel, fine dining restaurant, or hospitality establishment.
- Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Catering, or a related field from a recognized institution.
- Extensive knowledge and proven expertise in preparing a wide variety of Nigerian and regional West African dishes.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a diverse kitchen team under high-pressure conditions.
- Excellent understanding of kitchen safety, HACCP guidelines, and inventory management practices.
- Creative mindset with a passion for elevating traditional recipes to 5-star presentation standards.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and medical benefits for employees.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
- Staff meals and comfortable working environment within a world-class luxury hotel.