Careers At Kimolar
Join our growing team at kimolar to showcase your talent to exclusive residences & high profiled gatherings...
If you believe you have what it takes to be a part of Kimolar and meet our rigorous standards, we encourage you to register with us. Our team is made up of passionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional dining and immaculate cleaning experiences. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our commitment to excellence.
Build Your Culinary Career With US
Kimolar connects skilled and passionate chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants to real job placements in private homes across Lagos and Abuja.
If you're good at what you do, enjoy working alone and you are willing to learn, improve, and prove yourself, we want you in our team.
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How to Join Us:​​
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Apply to Join The Kimolar Team
Are you a culinary school graduate or a talented cook residing in Abuja/Lagos? Start by completing our online application form. This helps us learn about your skills, experience and interest joining our team. Please note: This is not suitable for beginners. -
Screening & Selection
Our team reviews all applications and contacts selected applicants to complete their registration. -
Register as a Kimolar Chef
Once selected, you'll be required to pay a one‑time ₦85,000 registration fee which covers: Access to the Private Residential chef Excellence Program (PREP)-A mandatory online onboarding program that prepares you for work as a private chef, certificate upon completion, professional profile & 1yr membership within Kimolar, orientation materials, and continuous gigs. -
Cooking Evaluation Test & Placement
After successful registration, cooking skills is evaluated and you're medically tested to ensure job-readiness that meet the kimolar standards. Those who pass are immediately eligible for placement, full membership & hired for long-term, while those who need improvement in cooking are encouraged to enroll in a refresher or advanced cooking classes at our Academy at a 50% discounted rate and assigned one-off gigs before full membership.
What You Get When You Register:
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Job Placement Opportunities:
We place only kimolar registered chefs in our clients homes and events. Our goal is simple: Get you working, earning, respected and growing. -
Agency Support:
We provide continued mentorship, feedback, and client management so you focus on what we do best i.e exceptional cooking, excellent customer service, beautiful food presentation, professionalism and maintaining the Kimolar core values. -
Free Practical Training & Assessment:
After full membership, you'll have access to free hands-on refresher training holding once/twice a year to maintain the service standards. -
Chef Uniform:
We provide a full uniform and apron at no extra cost so you look the part as we take our image and professionalism seriously.​
​What We Look For in Our Chefs
At Kimolar, we hold our chefs and cooks to the highest standards, not only in their culinary skills but in their overall professionalism and character. If you're good at what you do, still willing to learn, improve, and prove yourself, we want you in our network. We seek individuals who are passionate, dedicated, and eager to grow within our team. KNOWING HOW TO COOK IS NOT ENOUGH. Here are some of the qualities we expect from our chefs and cooks:
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1. Culinary Excellence:
Our chefs must demonstrate exceptional cooking skills, creativity, and a deep understanding of various cuisines. A minimum of 1 year training from a reputable culinary school or 5 years of professional experience in fine dining or a similar environment is required. While our cooks must have experience in various Nigerian dishes and snacks.
2. Strong Communication Skills & having A Smart Phone:
Fluency in English, with the ability to speak and write with correct grammar and spelling, is essential. Clear and effective communication with clients and team members is crucial. Owning a data active phone for mandatory virtual meetings and submissions is essential
3. Professionalism:
We value punctuality, reliability, and a strong work ethic. Our chefs must present themselves well and maintain a high standard of hygiene and appearance.
4. Teachable Attitude:
A willingness to learn, adapt fast, and continuously improve is vital. We seek chefs who are open to feedback, getting trained to meet our company standards and eager to enhance their skills.
5. Customer Service Excellence:
Our chefs must be able to create a positive dining experience for our clients. This includes understanding their needs, being courteous, and going above and beyond to exceed expectations and ensure satisfaction.
6. Team Player:
Working collaboratively with other staff members, respecting their roles, and contributing to a harmonious work environment is essential.
Our Core Values
Behind every successful company is a skilled team. At Kimolar, we are a team of young, passionate, domestic service providers whose integrity, creativity and friendliness sets us apart. Our chefs, Cooks, Event planners, Housekeepers, Cleaners and Support staff all work cohesively to bring our mission and vision to fruition. We value professionalism, punctuality, integrity and a relentless pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Do you think you have what it takes to join us?