Sous Chef (Pastry & Intercontinental)
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Cedar Grillz & Lounge in Gwarinpa, Abuja (FCT) is hiring a full-time Sous Chef (Pastry & Intercontinental) on a shift-based schedule covering evenings, weekends and public holidays. The role focuses on leading the pastry, bakery and dessert section while supporting the Head Chef with intercontinental dishes, menu development, costing and kitchen deputising. Candidates need solid pastry and intercontinental cooking skills plus relevant culinary qualifications and experience.
- Full-time, shift-based role in Gwarinpa, Abuja (FCT)
- Focus on pastry, bakery and desserts plus intercontinental support
- Reports to the Head Chef and deputises in their absence
- Requires strong pastry portfolio and relevant culinary qualification
- 4–6 years kitchen experience with at least 2 years in pastry
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Sous Chef (Pastry & Intercontinental) at Cedar Grillz & Lounge
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Sep 25, 2026, 7:06 AM
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Cedar Grillz & Lounge is a contemporary food and lifestyle destination offering delicious meals, premium grills, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed lounge experience. The brand is designed to combine great food, stylish ambience, and quality hospitality, creating a memorable experience for individuals, families, friends, and special occasions.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Sous Chef (Pastry & Intercontinental)
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Role
Full-time, shift-based (evenings, weekends & public holidays) position in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Reports to the Head Chef. 1 opening. Time split: approximately 60–70% pastry & desserts, 30–40% intercontinental support and kitchen deputising.
Core Purpose
Lead the pastry, bakery and dessert section while supporting the Head Chef with the intercontinental menu. Ensure every dessert, bread, pastry and intercontinental dish meets the highest standards of precision, consistency and presentation. Act as the Head Chef’s deputy and help build systems that allow the kitchen to scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare breads, pastries, cakes, ice creams, mousses and celebration desserts to a consistent standard
- Run the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence
- Contribute to recipe documentation, training and brand growth
- Manage pastry-related stock, costing and waste control
- Support the preparation and execution of intercontinental dishes (pastas, sauces, seafood, salads, etc.)
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
- Design and refresh the dessert, pastry and bakery menu, including signature African-inspired desserts
- Enforce quality, plating, portion and allergen standards across both sections
Requirements
- Experience supervising a team and deputising for a Head Chef is an advantage
- Advanced pastry skills, solid intercontinental cooking ability, leadership and cost awareness
- Strong portfolio of pastry and dessert work required
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or professional pastry diploma from a recognised international school
- Minimum: OND / HND / Diploma in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking, Hospitality or Catering
- 4–6 years professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years focused on pastry and solid intercontinental cooking experience
- Required: Food Safety & Hygiene certificate and Allergen Awareness
- Other Notes:
- Uniform provided; strict kitchen hygiene and grooming standards apply
- Physically demanding (long standing hours, heat, lifting)
- How to apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and portfolio (menus, dish photos) to:
- cedargrillzlounge@gmail.com
- using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
- Note
- Cedar Grillz & Lounge is an equal opportunity employer.
- You can also WhatsApp 07089732080
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Application Deadline:
- 9th October, 2026.
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