Chef – Full-time Kitchen Position

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our reputable restaurant in Accra. The role involves preparing, cooking, and plating menu items while maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and safety.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and plate menu items according to approved recipes, presentation standards and portion specifications.
• Manage an assigned kitchen station, ensuring proper setup, stock levels, cleanliness and efficient operation.
• Monitor ingredient quality, report shortages, spoilage, equipment defects or food‑safety concerns promptly.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections to deliver accurate and timely service during busy periods and events.
• Support mise en place, production planning and preparation for à la carte service, functions and special events.
• Apply proper cooking techniques, temperature controls, allergen procedures, date labelling and safe storage practices.
• Control wastage, follow portion standards and use ingredients and equipment responsibly.
• Maintain personal hygiene and comply with sanitation, cleaning and HACCP‑based procedures.
• Guide junior kitchen team members and contribute ideas for menu execution and product improvement.

Required profile

• Certificate, diploma or equivalent professional training in Culinary Arts, Cookery or a related field (preferred).
• At least three years of experience as a Chef, Chef de Partie or line chef in a professional kitchen.
• Strong practical knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen organisation, plating and food‑safety requirements.
• Ability to manage an assigned station, work accurately under pressure and maintain consistent quality and speed.
• Good communication, teamwork, discipline and attention to detail.
• Experience in a high‑volume restaurant, premium hospitality or events environment is an advantage.

Required skills

• Food preparation
• Plating
• HACCP compliance
• Kitchen station management
• Mise en place
• Portion control

What we offer

• Rotational kitchen shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Opportunity to work in a reputable restaurant with a dynamic team.
• Attractive compensation package.