About the Role
Sweet Sensation is a pioneering leader in the Nigerian Quick Service Restaurant industry, renowned for successfully integrating authentic African cuisine and intercontinental meals into the modern QSR space. We are currently looking for a dynamic, hands-on, and highly organized Operations and Kitchen Manager to join our fast-paced team in Lagos. In this vital role, you will take full ownership of our daily kitchen and production workflows, ensuring that our culinary standards remain consistently high while efficiently managing inventory and multi-outlet supply coordination.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate daily food preparation, cooking, packaging, and timely dispatch across production lines.
- Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen personnel to optimize productivity and maintain high morale.
- Manage comprehensive inventory levels, stock records, and accurate production documentation.
- Coordinate seamless product supplies and deliveries to various retail outlets.
- Enforce strict compliance with health, hygiene, quality, and food safety standards at all times.
- Provide robust support for general operational administration and cross-functional business coordination.
- Proven experience working in Nigerian food production, high-volume restaurants, catering, or central kitchen environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in preparing traditional Nigerian dishes, including amala, regional soups, and various meat preparations.
- Prior supervisory experience managing kitchen production teams effectively.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, and meticulous record-keeping skills.
- Proficiency in using digital productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a pioneering QSR brand.
- A collaborative, dynamic, and supportive work environment in Lagos.
- Staff meals and other company-approved welfare incentives.