Chef De Partie at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chef De Partie

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract (3-year renewable)

Responsibilities

• Oversee food and product ordering by keeping detailed records, minimize waste, and utilize existing systems to reduce excess.
• Assist the Sous Chef with food preparation and service, correcting any incorrect practices as needed.
• Assist in assigning tasks and support staff throughout the shift to maintain efficient food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
• Complete all end-of-day tasks to a high standard, ensuring staff sign-off is done promptly, back-of-house areas are secured, and the venue is ready for the next day.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Identify and address issues as they arise, resolving them when possible and report them when necessary.
• Monitor the events diary daily and escalate any issues or discrepancies to the Food and Beverage Manager for Ensure all equipment and cooking utensils are in excellent working condition.
• Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Hospitality and Management, Home Economics or related field with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

Compentencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be attentive to Detail
• Be a good team player and should be able to work under pressure.
• Creative and have ability to quickly learn new recipes and cooking procedures.

Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.