The posting
Head Chef
Location: Lekki-Ajah, Lagos
Industry: Hospitality / Beach Resort
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Experience Level: Minimum 5 Years
Monthly Salary: 400,000
Working Hours: 8:00 AM Daily (One Day Off Weekly)
Accommodation: Provided
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations at a premium beach resort. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional culinary skills, leadership abilities, menu creativity, and strong food safety compliance. This role requires someone with proven experience managing a busy hospitality kitchen, ensuring excellent dining experiences, cost control, and consistent quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Leadership & Operations
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and staff performance including training, supervision, and scheduling.
- Lead, motivate, and mentor kitchen personnel to ensure smooth workflow and a high-performing team.
- Coordinate kitchen activities to ensure timely preparation and service of meals.
Menu Development & Execution
- Create and update high-quality, diverse menus featuring local seafood, continental dishes, grills, and specialty cuisines.
- Design special event and seasonal menus in line with resort offerings (weddings, private dinners, themed nights).
- Ensure consistency in food presentation, taste, and quality.
Procurement, Cost & Inventory Management
- Manage kitchen budgeting, food costing, stock control, and minimize waste using methods like FIFO.
- Liaise with suppliers to source quality food items at competitive prices.
- Ensure accurate documentation and timely ordering of food, beverages, and kitchen supplies.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Enforce strict adherence to hygiene standards (HACCP, COSHH, food safety regulations).
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure kitchen cleanliness, equipment functionality, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintain proper food handling, allergen control, storage compliance, and temperature logs.
Customer & Resort Experience
- Maintain a professional and positive image when interacting with management and resort guests.
- Support special guest requests, dietary needs, and provide solutions-based service.
Qualifications
- Minimum of HND/BSc in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Food Science, or any related field.
- Additional Culinary Certification (e.g., Culinary Diploma, City & Guilds) is an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel, resort or restaurant.
- Good knowledge of Nigerian, continental, seafood, and grill menus.
- Must have strong leadership, organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, during weekends, holidays and peak periods.
Required Skills
- Excellent menu development and food presentation
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Food costing and inventory management skills
- Creativity and passion for culinary innovation
- Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards
Benefits
- Attractive monthly salary
- Free accommodation
- Daily staff meals
- Stable working environment
- Career advancement opportunities
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected]
Subject Line: Head Chef Lekki-Ajah



