The Lagos Life Chef Job is one of 14 careers in Lagos Life. You work at Amala Shitta Monday to Saturday, from 8 AM–4 PM game time, and climb five ranks from Dishwasher to Celebrity Chef. Pay starts at ₦2,700 a shift and reaches ₦47,000 at the top. Every number below comes from the game's own code.
Compare it with the other careers on the Lagos Life jobs list, or see the ranking in the best job guide.
| Workplace | Amala Shitta |
|---|---|
| Work days | Mon–Sat |
| Shift | 8 AM–4 PM (8 game hours, about 60 real minutes) |
| Career skill | Cooking |
| Pay per shift | ₦2,700 to ₦47,000 |
| Best week | ₦282,000 |
| Shifts to the top | About 8 at a steady pace |
Lagos Life Chef Job Pay by Rank
| Rank | Title | Per shift | With bonus | Per week | Skill to move up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dishwasher | ₦2,700 | ₦3,100 | ₦16,200 | Cooking 1 |
| 2 | Line Cook | ₦6,000 | ₦6,900 | ₦36,000 | Cooking 3 |
| 3 | Sous Chef | ₦12,600 | ₦14,500 | ₦75,600 | Cooking 5 |
| 4 | Head Chef | ₦24,000 | ₦27,600 | ₦144,000 | Cooking 7 |
| 5 | Celebrity Chef | ₦47,000 | ₦54,050 | ₦282,000 | Top rank |
Win four shift quests in one shift and the shift pays 15% more (the bonus column). The governor's wages policy adds 15% on top. Getting to work costs ₦150 and needs no trip. Pay is taxed weekly, but the first ₦1,000,000 of each week is free, so chef pay alone never reaches the tax bill; see Lagos Life tax.
How to Get Promoted in the Lagos Life Chef Job
Performance starts at 50 and you are promoted when it reaches 100 at the end of a shift, as long as your Cooking skill is high enough for the next rank. After each promotion it drops back to 45. A good mood and the "work hard" style speed it up; skill trained outside work counts too.
| Rank reached | Shifts at a normal pace | Shifts working hard |
|---|---|---|
| Line Cook | 2 | 1 |
| Sous Chef | 4 | 2 |
| Head Chef | 6 | 4 |
| Celebrity Chef | 8 | 7 |
A promotion gives the Promoted! mood boost (+30 for 24 hours) and blessings. The shift that earns it is still paid at the old rank.
Lagos Life Chef Job Quests and the Best Answers
| Quest | Answer | Odds | Skill that helps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch rush: 30 people want amala now | Cook a fresh pot fast | 55% | Cooking |
| Serve what's left, smaller portions | Always works | — | |
| A food blogger is filming your plate | Plate it like a 5-star chef | 50% | Cooking |
| Just serve normally | Always works | — |
Odds rise 5% for every level of the answer's skill and with a good mood. Quests pop up a few minutes into a shift and you have two minutes to answer. Every career also gets the shared office quests listed on the jobs page.
How to Level Cooking Faster
Each listed hour on shift gives 0.35 Cooking points. For the higher ranks you will want extra training. These activities give the most points per go:
| Activity | Where | Points a go | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learn Mama's Ewedu Secret | Amala Shitta | 1.8 | ₦200 |
| Egusi Soup & Eba Needs Cooking 2 | Kerosene Stove at home (₦1,100), Gas Cooker at home (₦8,400) | 1.6 | Free |
| Efo Riro & Semo Needs Cooking 2 | Kerosene Stove at home (₦1,100), Gas Cooker at home (₦8,400) | 1.5 | Free |
| Chef's 7-Course Tasting Menu | Ivory Rooftop | 1.2 | ₦25,000 |
| Cook Jollof | Kerosene Stove at home (₦1,100), Gas Cooker at home (₦8,400) | 1.1 | Free |
| Titus Stew & White Rice | Kerosene Stove at home (₦1,100), Gas Cooker at home (₦8,400) | 1.1 | Free |
| Peppered Chicken | Kerosene Stove at home (₦1,100), Gas Cooker at home (₦8,400) | 0.7 | Free |
| Cooking Show | 32" Flat TV at home (₦10,800), 65" Smart TV at home (₦38,400), Home Cinema Wall at home (₦18,000,000) | 0.4 | Free |
A matching trait, the Fast Learner reward, a mood above 40 and the LAPO Baby start all multiply points. More in the skills guide.
Is the Lagos Life Chef Job Worth It?
Its entry pay is the seventh-highest of the 14 careers and its top pay is the ninth-highest. In the first four weeks at a steady pace it pays about ₦842,600 in shifts. The chef job sits inside the amala joint, where you can also learn Mama's recipe for Cooking points and help wash plates for pocket money.
Lagos Life Chef Job FAQ
How much does the Lagos Life Chef Job pay?
₦2,700 a shift as Dishwasher, rising to ₦47,000 as Celebrity Chef, or ₦282,000 a week at the top.
What are the Chef work hours?
8 AM–4 PM game time on Monday to Saturday. A shift lasts about one real hour.
How do I get promoted faster?
Keep your mood up, use the work hard style, win shift quests and train Cooking between shifts.