Sous Chef at LYNN Wholefoods Limited

LYNN Wholefoods Limited 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: Sous Chef

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• The Sous Chef plays a key role in supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day management of kitchen operations. This position ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality dishes, maintains operational efficiency, and upholds strict standards of hygiene, food safety, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen activities and supervising staff.
• Monitor food preparation to ensure consistency in quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Coordinate mise en place and ensure smooth, timely service execution.
• Train, mentor, and support junior kitchen team members.
• Assist in inventory management, including stock control, rotation, and waste minimization.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Strong leadership and effective communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of kitchen operations, food costing, and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards of consistency and quality.

Qualifications:

• Higher Education Diploma or equivalent; culinary school training or certification is a plus.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years’ proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a health-focused or similar culinary environment.
• Strong knowledge of nutritional cooking principles, dietary requirements, and ingredient substitutions.
• Culinary certification or relevant professional qualification is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Creative approach to menu development with a genuine passion for healthy cuisine and overall wellness.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen setting while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Solid understanding of kitchen equipment, tools, and professional cooking techniques.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Knowledge of food labeling standards and calorie calculation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Application Closing Date
20th February, 2026. 

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