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The American University of Nigeria Vacancies for Cooks, March 2015


The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa.


The goal of AUN is to train the future leaders of Africa and to serve as both a stimulus and agent of economic development throughout the region.

To that end, all students, regardless of academic specialization, will receive high-level training in information technology, entrepreneurship and in arts and sciences, all of which are the key to future sustainable development. AUN is committed to providing the skills and the leadership essential to advancing the continent's pressing social and economic challenges.

We  are recruiting for the following positions:


Job Title:   Cook

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The cook is charged with the responsibility to provide meals at the club house at all times and of different varieties as instructed by the Assistant Manager, AUN Club. The Cook supervises the activities of all kitchen staff area which includes the kitchen assistant and part time assistant cooks.

Position Requirements:

  • Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering or in the food service industry.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationship with others.  
  • Knowledge of principles of sanitation, health hazards, and the necessary precautionary measures.
  • Three years of experience in a supervisory role in commercial, institutional, or related volume food preparation.
  • Ability to maintain a safe, clean work area.  
Other requirements, abilities for the position:

  • Energetic, dynamic personality
  • Creativity and the ability to provide first class meals to the Club’s clients.
  • Ability to perform consistently under pressure and to work cooperatively with others.
  • Ability to represent the Club in a professional manner
Description of Benefits:

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.



Job Title:  Assistant Cook

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Assistant cook aids the Cook in performing various duties which mainly includes providing meals at the Club regularly and of different varieties as instructed by the Assistant Manager, AUN Club. The Assistant Cook assists in supervising the activities of all kitchen staff area which includes the kitchen assistants.

Position Requirements:
  • Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering or in the food service industry.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationship with others.
  • Knowledge of principles of sanitation, health hazards, and the necessary precautionary measures.
  • Two years of experience in a supervisory role in commercial, institutional, or related volume food preparation.
  • Ability to maintain a safe, clean work area.
Other requirements, abilities for the position:
  • Energetic, dynamic personality
  • Creativity and the ability to provide first class meals to the Club’s clients.
  • Ability to perform consistently under pressure and to work cooperatively with others.
  • Ability to represent the Club in a professional manner
How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to [email protected] before the closing date of this publication. The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

AUN is an equal-opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, creed, color, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion, and marital status.

For more information on AUN, explore www.americanuniversitynigeria.org