Line Cook
Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Resumption: Immediate
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced and reliable Line Cook to join the kitchen team of a hotel in Surulere, Lagos.
- The ideal candidate should have 3–4 years of professional kitchen experience and be confident preparing both Nigerian and intercontinental dishes. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared efficiently, consistently, and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes, menus, and hotel standards.
- Prepare a variety of Nigerian and intercontinental dishes to a high standard.
- Assist with food preparation, including chopping, seasoning, marinating, portioning, and plating.
- Ensure food is properly cooked, presented, and served within the required time.
- Follow instructions from the Head Chef and maintain consistency in food quality and portion sizes.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation throughout service.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and preservation of food ingredients.
- Monitor ingredients and notify the Head Chef when supplies are running low.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures at all times.
- Minimize food wastage through proper preparation, storage, and portion control.
- Assist with receiving, checking, and storing kitchen supplies when required.
- Maintain and properly use kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Work effectively with other kitchen staff during busy service periods.
- Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 3–4 years of experience as a Line Cook, Commis Chef, Cook, or in a similar professional kitchen role.
- Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, or structured hospitality environment is preferred.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience preparing Nigerian dishes.
- Ability to prepare a range of intercontinental dishes is required.
- Good understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work under the supervision of the Head Chef.
- Reliable, punctual, hardworking, and professional.
- Culinary training or relevant certification is an added advantage.
- Must be available to resume immediately.
- Must live in or around Surulere, Lagos, or be able to conveniently commute to the location.
The Ideal Candidate:
- The ideal candidate is a skilled, hands-on, and dependable cook who can work efficiently during busy hotel service periods, prepare both Nigerian and intercontinental meals, maintain consistent food quality, and work effectively as part of a professional kitchen team.
Salary
N200,000 - N250,000 Monthly, depending on experience and competence.
Application Closing Date
8th October, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: marvelrecruitment7@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.