Chef

ArtisanOga Technical Entrepreneurship Academy

Remote

Business Description: We a growing food and culinary education company focused on professional food production, culinary training, baking and pastry, catering, food products, and hospitality services. We are a modern culinary training institution designed to equip aspiring chefs, bakers, food entrepreneurs, and food enthusiasts with practical, professional-standard culinary skills, kitchen discipline, food safety knowledge, and the confidence to work in professional kitchen environments. We are seeking a Professional Chef / Chef Instructor who can contribute to our kitchen operations and, where required, support practical culinary training. --- 2. SALARY Salary Range: ₦200,000 – ₦300,000 monthly Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's - Professional experience - Culinary expertise - Teaching/instructional ability - Breadth of cuisine knowledge - Leadership and kitchen-management skills - Ability to maintain professional kitchen standards Candidates with exceptional experience and demonstrable professional competence may be considered separately. 3. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate should have: - Minimum 3 years' professional kitchen experience - Formal culinary training, culinary diploma/certificate, or equivalent professional experience - Strong knowledge of Nigerian, African and Continental cuisine - Good understanding of baking and pastry is an advantage - Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations - Understanding of food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards - Ability to follow and develop standard recipes - Knowledge of portion control, food costing and kitchen inventory - Ability to work with professional kitchen equipment - Strong plating and presentation skills - Ability to maintain consistency in taste, quality and presentation - Good communication and teamwork skills - Ability to train, guide and supervise junior kitchen personnel is an advantage Preferred professional qualities: - Culinary certification from a recognized culinary institution - Hotel, restaurant, catering or professional kitchen experience - Experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, Chef Instructor or Kitchen Supervisor - Demonstrable portfolio of dishes or previous work. 4. WORK SCHEDULE Work Location: Festac / Lagos Working Days: 5days a week with 1 day off, depending on the academy's production and training schedule. The successful candidate should be flexible enough to work occasional weekends, special events or extended hours when reasonably required and communicated in advance. 5. OTHER REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate must: - Be passionate about culinary excellence and professional kitchen standards. - Be punctual, reliable and well-organized. - Maintain excellent personal hygiene and kitchen sanitation. - Be willing to teach, demonstrate and explain culinary techniques clearly when required. - Be open to learning and adapting to the academy's systems and standards. - Maintain confidentiality regarding company recipes, processes, student information and business operations. - Be willing to undergo a practical assessment/trial before final appointment. - Provide relevant references or verifiable previous employment experience where applicable. IDEAL CANDIDATE We are looking for a chef who is not only able to cook, but understands what it means to operate within a professional kitchen including mise en place, kitchen organization, food safety, consistency, costing, portion control, presentation, teamwork and professional discipline. Candidates who can combine strong culinary execution with the ability to teach and mentor others will be highly considered. Application: Candidates should submit their CV, relevant culinary certificates and, where available, a portfolio or photographs of their work.

Job Position

Education

Culinary certification from a recognized culinary institution - Hotel, restaurant, catering or professional kitchen experience - Experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, Chef Instructor or Kitchen Supervisor - Demonstrable portfolio of dishes or previous work..

Accommodation

Required Skill: Chef