Cook at a Fast Growing Dine -in Restaurant – Cook

Our client runs a dine-in restaurant serving afro-fusion cuisine. They are hiring a Line Cook to own a station, deliver consistent plates, and help raise the kitchen's standards during a busy service.

What you will do

Prep and cook dishes on your assigned station to recipe and spec.
Plate food to presentation standards throughout service.
Keep your station clean, stocked, and ready before, during, and after each shift.
Follow food safety, hygiene, and HACCP rules at all times.
Taste and adjust seasoning to hold flavor consistent across every plate.
Work with the sous chef to refine afro-fusion recipes and test new dishes.
Track ingredient usage and flag low stock to reduce waste.
Support other stations during peak service.

What we are looking for

2 to 4 years of hands-on experience as a line cook in a busy dine-in restaurant.
Strong skill with Nigerian and West African ingredients 
Working knowledge of continental techniques: sauté, grill, sauces, and plating.
Sharp knife skills and steady speed under pressure.
Food handler certification, or willingness to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Clean kitchen habits and respect for mise en place.
Reliable timekeeping and steady output during peak hours.
Open to feedback and ready to learn new techniques.

Bonus points

Past experience in a restaurant doing afro-fusion or modern African plating.
Familiarity with kitchen display systems (KDS) or POS tools like Toast, Square, or similar.

Benefits

Competitive monthly salary based on experience.
Free staff meals on every shift.
Paid leave and rotational public holidays off.
Skills training and a clear path to senior cook or sous chef roles.
Six-day work week with one rotating off day.