Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Location: Ibeju Lekki, Lagos

Employment Type:Full-Time

Reports to: Head chef

Job Summary 

• The Sous Chef assists the Head Chef in managing the day-to-day kitchen operations of the cafeteria.
• The role is responsible for supervising food preparation,ensuring food quality and safety standards, coordinating kitchen staff, maintaining inventory controls, and ensuring efficient meal service for students, staff, and visitor
• The Sous Chef acts on behalf of the Head Chef in their absence.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations:

• Assist the Head Chef in planning, organizing, and supervising daily food production activities.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to approved menus, recipes, and quality standards.
• Monitor food preparation processes to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Support the smooth operation of breakfast, lunch,dinner and special catering services.

Staff supervision:

• Supervise cooks, kitchen assistants, and food service personnel during assigned shifts.
• Assist in training and mentoring kitchen staff on culinary techniques,food safety,and workplace practices.
• Allocate tasks and monitor staff performance to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and professional conduct with in the kitchen.

Food Safety and Hygiene:

• Ensure compliance with food Safety, hygiene,and sanitation regulations.
• Monitor proper food handling, storage, and temperature control procedures
• Conduct regular checks to ensure cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations.
• Support the implementation of health and safety standards and corrective actions where necessary.

Inventory and Stock Control:

• Monitor inventory levels and report stock requirements to the Head chef.
• Assist with receiving,inspecting and storing food supplies and ingredients.
• Ensure proper stock rotation using First-In,First-Out (FIFO) procedures.
• Help minimize food waste and prevent spoilage through effective inventory management.
• Address food quality issues promptly and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through consistent food quality and service excellence.

Catering and Special Events:

• Assist in the planning and preparation of meals for events, conferences, meetings, and special functions.
• Ensure catering orders are accurately prepared and delivered on schedule.
• Support event food service operations as required.

Equipment Management:

• Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained properly.
• Report equipment malfunctions and maintenance requirements promptly.
• Assist in monitoring adherence to workplace health and safety procedures.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Food quality and consistency ratings.
• Timeliness of meal preparation and service.
• Food waste reduction targets.
• Inventory accuracy and stock management.
• Staff productivity and teamwork.
• Customer satisfaction levels.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Diploma, HND, Bachelor's Degree in Culinary arts,Catering management, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Professional culinary certifications will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in commercial kitchens, catering, hotels, restaurants, or university food service operations.
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
• Required Skills and Competencies
• Strong culinary and food preparation skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to supervise and motivate kitchen staff.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Inventory and stock control knowledge.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Salary Grade

Administrative (Salary: N200,000 - N220,000 monthly).

Application Closing Date

30th October, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: Yemisi.Bolaji@hrdsolutionsng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.