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:
[email protected]
Please use Line Chef – Victoria Island as the subject of the email.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.