Chef Assistant at LYNN Wholefoods Limited (3 Openings)

LYNN WHOLEFOODS is the leading 'Nutrition & Lifestyle' brand in Nigeria today. We believe that healthy habits practiced daily can significantly improve overall quality of life. Reducing chronic diseases such as obesity, stroke, heart disease etc. across Africa is at the forefront of our vision. Our mission is to create more awareness around this belief, and to make nutritious meals more accessible to people.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chef Assistant

Locations: Lekki Phase 2 & Boni Camp, Victoria Island - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Purpose Statement

• We are seeking a Chef Assistant to support the preparation, cooking, and presentation of wholesome, health-focused meals. This role involves working alongside the Chef and kitchen team to ensure all dishes align with dietary preferences while delivering outstanding flavor and quality.
• The Chef Assistant will play a key role in maintaining a clean, efficient, and creative kitchen environment, consistently upholding food safety regulations and health-conscious standards.

Main Duties and Functions

• Food Preparation: Assist with prepping ingredients and components of dishes, ensuring alignment with health-focused and dietary-specific recipes.
• Cooking & Plating: Support cooking processes that retain nutritional value and help with aesthetically pleasing, portion-controlled plating.
• Inventory Management: Help manage stock, receive deliveries, and reduce food waste by ensuring proper storage and ingredient use.
• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitizing work areas, equipment, and tools in line with safety standards.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with the kitchen and customer relation steams to ensure smooth service and accommodate dietary requests.
• Health Standards Compliance: Follow food safety regulations, prepare allergen-conscious meals, and stay updated on nutrition trends.

Qualifications

• Higher education diploma or equivalent; culinary school training or certification is a plus.

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated experience as a Chef Assistant in a health-conscious or similar culinary setting.
• Strong understanding of nutritional cooking, dietary restrictions, and ingredient alternatives.
• Basic understanding of health-focused cooking methods and dietary requirements.
• Attention to detail for accurate measurements and visually appealing presentation.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork,communication abilities and organizational skills.
• Solid knowledge of kitchen tools, equipment, and professional cooking techniques.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Knowledge of food labeling and calorie counting.

Application Closing Date
10th February, 2026.