Chef at Ultima Restaurant & Lounge – 2 Openings, Ibadan

Ultima Restaurant & Lounge is recruiting two Chefs for its Bodija and Ringroad locations in Ibadan. The role combines Nigerian and continental cuisine preparation with kitchen supervision, menu development and food-cost control.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare authentic Nigerian and continental meals consistently for restaurant and event service.
• Create practical, seasonal menus and standard recipes suited to the restaurant’s customers.
• Supervise and train cooks, kitchen assistants and preparation staff during service.
• Manage food stock, FIFO rotation, ingredient costs and waste reduction.
• Coordinate suppliers, kitchen workflows and safe preparation processes.
• Maintain food hygiene and sanitation standards, including relevant HACCP practices.

Requirements

• Ten years’ progressive practical experience in commercial kitchens, including leadership responsibilities.
• Degree, HND or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or a related discipline; recognised culinary-school training is an advantage.
• Strong skills in Nigerian dishes, continental cuisine, menu development, food costing and kitchen management.
• Ability to delegate, train staff and oversee food safety and stock control.
• Experience with event-scale cooking or pastry preparation is useful.

Salary

₦200,000–₦300,000 per month.

Benefits

• Annual leave, HMO plan and duty meal.
• Welcome bonus and sales bonus.