Local and Continental Chef at Castel Resources Consultancy Limited

Castel Resources Consultancy Limited unlocks your business's full potential with our comprehensive HR outsourcing services. Our expert team handles everything from recruitment and payroll processing to employee benefits administration and compliance, freeing you from administrative burdens and ensuring legal compliance. With advanced HR technology, strategic planning, and dedicated support for employee development and relations, we streamline your HR functions, allowing you to focus on your core business activities and drive growth. Partner with us to elevate your HR capabilities and achieve seamless, efficient operations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Local and Continental Chef

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Head Chef / Food & Beverage Manager

Job Summary

• The Local and Continental Chef will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality dishes that showcase both traditional local cuisines and a wide variety of continental meals.
• The role requires expertise in diverse cooking methods, creativity in menu planning, and strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
• The chef will play a key role in enhancing the dining experience, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation, and contributing to the reputation of the establishment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and present local and continental dishes to high standards of quality and taste.
• Develop and update menus that balance local and international cuisines.
• Ensure portion control, consistency, and quality in all meals served.
• Supervise kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen sanitation.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage food supplies, and reduce wastage.
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior kitchen staff and cooks.
• Collaborate with management to design seasonal or special menus.
• Ensure meals are prepared in line with customer preferences and dietary needs.
• Keep up-to-date with global culinary trends and integrate them where appropriate.

Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma / Certificate in Culinary Arts, Catering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3 – 5 years) as a chef specializing in both local and continental cuisines.
• Strong knowledge of traditional local dishes as well as international cuisine (e.g., Italian, French, Asian, Mediterranean).
• Excellent cooking, knife, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Creativity and innovation in food presentation and menu design.
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and HACCP standards.

Key Competencies:

• Culinary expertise in local and international dishes.
• Leadership and team collaboration.
• Attention to detail and creativity.
• Customer service orientation.
• Adaptability and resilience.

Work Environment:

• Restaurant, hotel, or catering kitchen with a fast-paced, team-oriented atmosphere.

Salary
N80,000 - N100,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
3rd September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: castelhrjobs@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.