Chief Cook at Pogueslandia Eatery Resort

Pogueslandia Eatery Resort is an exquisite dining destination located in the heart of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria. Situated at Plot 52-60, University of Maiduguri Commercial Area, our eatery resort offers a delightful culinary experience in a serene and inviting atmosphere. At Pogueslandia, we take pride in offering a diverse menu that caters to all palates. Whether you crave traditional local delicacies or international flavors, our talented team of chefs is dedicated to creating culinary masterpieces that tantalize your taste buds. From flavorful Nigerian dishes to global cuisines, our menu is carefully crafted to ensure a memorable dining experience for every guest.

Our resort provides a welcoming and comfortable environment, perfect for enjoying a delicious meal with family, friends, or colleagues. With our tastefully decorated interiors and attentive staff, we strive to create an ambiance that combines relaxation and sophistication.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Cook

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract

Job Brief

• We are looking for a skilled Chief Cook to prepare delicious meals according to menu
• You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery.
• An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking
• Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.
• The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages
• Extensive food knowledge, with ability to remember and recall ingredients and dishes to inform customers and wait staff
• Familiarity with restaurant management software
• Strong leadership, motivational and people skills.

Skills and Qualifications

• Culinary School Diploma preferred.
• Customer service
• The ability to manage a team of cooks
• Organization skills
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• The ability to work under extreme pressure
• The ability to communicate in a fast-moving environment
• The ability to make good food consistently, even in a busy kitchen
• Hospitality management or culinary schooling or other relevant qualifications related to the job
• Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers)
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques
• Leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks
• Excellent time management abilities
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2023.