Head Chef (Beach Resort)

Xpedient Services is recruiting an experienced Head Chef for a beach resort in Lagos. The role requires a highly skilled culinary professional to lead kitchen operations, design innovative menus, manage staff, and ensure top-tier food quality and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent high standards in food quality, taste, and presentation

Design and implement diverse continental menus, including tropical dishes and creative finger foods

Innovate and update menus regularly based on customer preferences and seasonal trends

Maintain consistency in food preparation, portion control, and presentation

Lead, supervise, and train kitchen staff to ensure teamwork and efficiency

Organize kitchen workflow to handle high-demand, fast-paced service periods

Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health regulations

Manage inventory, reduce wastage, and control food costs effectively

Coordinate procurement and supplier selection with management

Enhance guest dining experience through creative and high-quality offerings

Adjust menu offerings based on customer feedback to improve satisfaction and revenue

Minimum of 12 years’ experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a restaurant, hotel, or resort

Strong expertise in continental cuisine with creative culinary innovation skills

Proven ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills

Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen best practices

Good organizational and time management abilities

Ability to balance food quality, speed of service, and cost efficiency

Culinary certifications are an added advantage

Experience in resort or hospitality environments is highly preferred

Strong business awareness with focus on profitability and cost control

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