Souse chef

Sous Chef Job Description

Coded Escape House Restaurant is looking for a skilled, reliable, and hardworking Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in Abuja.

The Sous Chef will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, assist with food preparation and cooking, maintain high food-quality standards, and ensure the kitchen runs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Prepare and cook meals according to the restaurant’s recipes and standards
• Supervise kitchen staff and assist with assigning tasks
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and handled safely and hygienically
• Monitor portion sizes, food quality, and presentation
• Help manage ingredients and reduce food waste
• Check stock levels and communicate when ingredients need to be replenished
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Assist with menu preparation and new dishes when required
• Take charge of the kitchen when the Head Chef is unavailable
• Work efficiently during busy service periods
• Follow all restaurant hygiene, safety, and food-handling standards

This is a live-in, on-site position. Accommodation will be provided, and the successful candidate will be required to stay at the restaurant premises.

Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of professional kitchen or restaurant experience
• Proven experience working as a Sous Chef, Chef, or experienced Cook
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent taste and presentation
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and proper food storage
• Ability to supervise and coordinate kitchen staff
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, disciplined, and hardworking
• Ability to manage ingredients, portions, and minimize food waste
• Culinary training or certification is an advantage
• Must be willing to work on-site in Abuja
• Must be willing to live on-site; accommodation is provided

2+ years

Supportive work environment
* Opportunity for salary growth based on performance
* Tips/service charge where applicable
* Opportunity to grow with the resta

24/7 with most times 6-2am