Live-In Chef

About the role

H-Ville Consultancy is recruiting a live-in chef for a household in Lagos, Marina. The chef prepares meals according to the family's preferences, plans menus and keeps the kitchen clean and hygienic.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of Nigerian and continental dishes according to the household's preferences
• Plan daily menus and suggest meal options for variety and balanced nutrition
• Prepare meals on time with high standards of taste, quality and presentation
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen and clean equipment, utensils and work surfaces after cooking
• Store and handle food properly, monitor supplies and minimise waste
• Follow food safety and hygiene practices and accommodate reasonable dietary needs
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion and respect for household privacy, and perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Required profile

• Proven experience as a cook in a private household, restaurant, hotel or similar setting
• Excellent cooking skills in Nigerian and continental cuisines
• Willingness to work as a live-in chef in Lagos

Required skills

• Good knowledge of food hygiene, safety and proper food storage
• Strong organisation and time management, and ability to plan menus and manage ingredients
• Attention to detail in preparation and presentation
• Good communication, independence and trustworthiness