Abuja Hospitality & Food Services

Sous Chef at Startup Soar (Recruitment Services)

Posted

  • Company: Startup Soar (Recruitment Services)
  • Location: Wuse 2, Abuja (FCT)
  • Job type: Full-time
  • Deadline: 30 October 2026

About the role

Startup Soar is looking for an organised and creative Sous Chef to join their team in Wuse 2, Abuja. This is a full-time position within the restaurant and hospitality industry. The role operates on a one-day-on, one-day-off schedule, resulting in approximately 15 working days per month. You will support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise kitchen operations and staff independently when the Head Chef is unavailable.
  • Ensure consistency in food taste, portion sizes, presentation, and serving standards.
  • Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and the introduction of new dishes.
  • Monitor stock levels, ingredient usage, and food waste to control costs.
  • Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety.
  • Coordinate with service staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
  • Train and guide kitchen staff on recipes, portion control, and safety procedures.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Assistant Chef, or in a similar kitchen leadership role.
  • Strong food preparation, cooking, presentation, and portion-control skills.
  • Good knowledge of Nigerian dishes and other local or continental menu items.
  • Sound knowledge of food safety, storage, sanitation, and kitchen hygiene standards.
  • Ability to work under pressure and maintain quality during busy periods.
  • Culinary training or professional certification is an advantage.

How to apply

Send your CV to startupsoarhr@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The application deadline is 30th October, 2026.

Apply by email: startupsoarhr@gmail.com