Latest Vacancies at Ogeyi Place Hotels Limited

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Reports To: Head Chef

Brief

Prepares food for clients. Helps devise new methods of cooking and new menu items. Streamlines work from back of house to front of house.

Responsibilities:

• Cleans food preparation areas as determined by law and company policy
• Prepares foods to the specifications of the client
• Prepares food before the arrival of guests
• Makes adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns
• Manages other employees in the kitchen
• Acts as liaison to front-of-house employees to ensure proper food service temperature
• Seasons food according to recipes or company needs
• Orders ingredients and spices as needed
• Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer
• Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on client preference
• Assists other cooks during the food assembly process
• Devises new recipes
• Estimates expected food consumption and organises preparation
• Keeps records and accounts of food purchases
• Must have food safety knowledge
• Orders new menu items for specials or cheap deals
• Butchers and cooks animal meat based on the restaurant atmosphere
• Meets with customers to ensure a great meal experience
• Prepares any necessary sauces or accompaniments before meal service begins
• Stays open until the last customer leaves
• Offers a creative menu to compete with other local restaurants
• Cleans up after business hours
• Communicates with owner about how to improve meal service
• Alters dishes based on consumer suggestions or requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and & proficiencies:

Cook Skills and Qualifications:

Basic Computational Skills, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication, Culinary Arts, Kitchen Equipment Knowledge, Butchering, Knowledge of International Cuisines, Creativity, Interpersonal Skills, Culinary Arts Training

4 years of experience in the Food and Beverage service is required. Customer service experience preferred, preferably in the hospitality section.