Chef

Santus Consulting - Our client, a private household, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chef (Live-in)

Location: Guzape 2, Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled, organized, and responsible In-house Chef to prepare quality meals and manage the kitchen efficiently within a private household.
• The ideal candidate should have experience preparing a variety of meals, maintaining high standards of food hygiene, managing kitchen supplies, and ensuring that meals are served promptly.
• The candidate must be trustworthy, attentive to household preferences, and capable of maintaining a clean, well-organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve daily meals in line with the household’s preferences, schedule, and dietary requirements.
• Prepare a variety of local and continental dishes while maintaining consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Develop meal plans and menus that provide variety and accommodate the household’s nutritional needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including countertops, cooking areas, utensils, appliances, and storage spaces.
• Ensure proper handling, preparation, storage, and preservation of food items in accordance with food-safety standards.
• Prepare shopping lists, track ingredient usage, and communicate replenishment needs in good time.
• Assist with grocery shopping or coordinate the purchase of food items when required.
• Inspect food supplies for freshness and quality and ensure that expired or spoiled items are discarded appropriately.
• Manage food portions and ingredient quantities to minimize waste and control household food costs.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served at the agreed times, with flexibility to accommodate reasonable changes to the household’s schedule.
• Take note of individual food preferences, allergies, dietary restrictions, and special meal requirements.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and appliances in good working condition and report faults or maintenance needs promptly.
• Ensure cooking utensils, crockery, and other kitchen items are properly cleaned, stored, and handled.
• Maintain an orderly kitchen environment and ensure food items are stored in their designated locations.
• Prepare special meals for visitors or household occasions when required.
• Monitor kitchen supplies and expenses and provide updates or receipts for purchases when necessary.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience as a chef, cook, or household cook.
• Proven ability to prepare a variety of local and continental dishes.
• Good knowledge of meal planning, food preparation techniques, portion control, and food presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety, personal hygiene, sanitation, and proper food-storage practices.
• Ability to plan balanced meals and accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions.
• Experience managing kitchen inventory, monitoring supplies, and preparing grocery lists.
• Ability to minimize food waste and use ingredients and kitchen resources responsibly.
• Familiarity with the safe operation, cleaning, and basic care of kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining consistent food quality and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow instructions, respect household preferences, and adapt to changing meal requirements.
• Trustworthy, honest, discreet, and responsible, with respect for privacy in a private household.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage daily kitchen responsibilities, and demonstrate initiative.
• Willingness to work as an in-house chef and reside in the employer’s household.

Salary
N150,000 monthly.