Residential Chef (Live-In)

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site (Residential)
Salary Range: ₦120,000 – ₦150,000 per month
Accommodation & Feeding: Provided
Days Off: 1 day off per month

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Residential Chef to manage daily meal preparation in a private residential setting in Apapa, Lagos. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality local and continental meals while maintaining excellent hygiene, organization, and professionalism.

This is a live-in role with accommodation and feeding provided.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare a variety of local and continental dishes according to agreed menus

Ensure meals are prepared hygienically and presented to high standards

Plan menus and manage food portions efficiently

Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, utensils, and food storage areas

Ensure proper handling and storage of food items

Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times

Maintain a calm, professional, and disciplined work approach

Requirements & Qualifications

Proven experience preparing both local and continental dishes

Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Neat, organized, calm, and disciplined work ethic

Willingness to work in a residential (live-in) arrangement

Immediate or short-notice availability is an advantage

Work Conditions

Full-time, live-in role

Accommodation and feeding provided by the employer

One scheduled day off per month

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs, without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.