Chef / Cook at Whitefield Hotels – Ilorin, Kwara State

Whitefield Hotels is recruiting a full-time Chef / Cook in Ilorin, Kwara State. The position covers meal preparation, kitchen hygiene, service coordination and responsible stock handling.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Operate standard commercial kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, fryers, slicers, burners).
• Handle prep work efficiently (cutting vegetables, portioning proteins, preparing sauces, and marinades).
• Manage station workload to ensure dishes are completed accurately and sent out promptly during rush hours.
• Maintain strict food hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards in compliance with local health regulations.
• Keep cooking areas, equipment, surfaces, and utensils clean, organized, and disinfected throughout shift.
• Monitor food temperatures and store raw and cooked items correctly to avoid cross-contamination.
• Monitor station stock levels and communicate inventory shortages to the Head Chef / Kitchen Supervisor.
• Label, date, and properly rotate food stock using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) standards.