LINE CHEF

Industry: Hospitality | Luxury Lifestyle | Private Members' Club Location: Victoria Island, Lagos Department: Culinary / Kitchen Operations Reports To: Head Chef / Sous Chef Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite Salary: ₦250,000 Net Monthly Experience: 3–5 Years

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Line Chef to join the culinary team of a premium private members' club in Victoria Island, Lagos.

The Line Chef will be responsible for preparing and executing menu items to a consistently high standard, ensuring accuracy in taste, portioning, presentation, and service delivery. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performance kitchen and maintaining the standards expected within a luxury hospitality environment.

Candidates with experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, premium restaurants, private members' clubs, or other high-end hospitality environments are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items in accordance with approved recipes, preparation procedures, and plating standards.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, presentation, and overall food quality.
• Complete mise en place and assigned preparation tasks within required timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and fully sanitised workstation throughout service.
• Comply strictly with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, inventory control, proper food storage, and waste reduction.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure efficient kitchen operations and timely service.
• Support other kitchen team members during peak service periods and special events.
• Assist in preparing specialised menus for private events, club functions, and other hospitality engagements.
• Adapt preparation and cooking techniques to different cuisines, menus, and dietary requirements.
• Monitor food quality during preparation and service and promptly report any issues.
• Provide constructive feedback on menu execution and opportunities to improve quality and consistency.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and work areas are properly handled, cleaned, and maintained.
• Maintain professional appearance, discipline, and conduct at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Catering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Proven experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, premium restaurants, or high-end culinary operations.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen procedures.
• Excellent knife skills and ability to work across different cooking stations.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
• Experience supporting events, banquets, private functions, or specialised dining experiences is an advantage.
• Knowledge of contemporary and luxury dining trends will be an added advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Fine Dining & Culinary Execution
• Food Preparation & Plating
• Excellent Knife Skills
• Recipe & Portion Control
• Food Quality Management
• HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
• Kitchen Organisation
• Inventory & Waste Management
• Teamwork & Communication
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Creativity & Adaptability
• Ability to Work Under Pressure

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate should be:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Calm and effective during high-pressure service periods.
• Passionate about culinary excellence and premium guest experiences.
• Professional, disciplined, and well-presented.
• A strong team player with good communication skills.
• Adaptable to changing menus, guest requirements, and service demands.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.

Work Requirements

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods, events, or special functions.
• Willingness to maintain the high operational and service standards expected within a luxury private members' club.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: hiring@mysigma.io Please use Line Chef – Victoria Island as the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.