Professional Private Chef

Professional Private Chef

Location: Garki, Abuja (FCT) 

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Private Household / Hospitality

Job Summary

• IIkevora (formerly Startup Soar)is seeking an experienced and skilled Private Chef to prepare high-quality, nutritious, and delicious meals for a private household.
• The ideal candidate must have formal culinary training and professional experience working in restaurants and hotels, with the ability to prepare a variety of Nigerian and continental dishes to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan menus and prepare daily meals according to household preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare a variety of Nigerian and continental dishes, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-presented, and consistently prepared to a high standard.
• Source fresh ingredients, manage food supplies, and prepare shopping lists.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and excellent hygiene in the kitchen.
• Ensure safe food handling, storage, and preparation practices.
• Monitor food inventory, control kitchen expenses, and minimise waste.
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and food preferences.
• Prepare meals for guests and special occasions when required.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion at all times.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must have attended a recognised culinary school or completed formal training in culinary arts, catering, or professional cookery.
• Minimum of 8-12 years’ professional cooking experience in reputable restaurants and hotels.
• Previous experience as a Private Chef or Personal Chef is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian and continental cuisines.
• Ability to prepare a wide variety of delicious, nutritious, and well-presented meals.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen sanitation.
• Excellent menu-planning, time management, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage food supplies and minimise waste.
• Must be trustworthy, neat, disciplined, and attentive to detail.

Salary

N200,000 – N300,000 per month, depending on experience and competence.

Application Closing Date

30th October, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to startupsoarhr@gmail.com using Job Title as the subject of the email. 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.