About the Role
Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting is looking for a dedicated Operations and Kitchen Manager Coordinator to drive efficiency and structure in a fast-paced food production environment. In this dual role, you will oversee daily back-kitchen activities, supervise kitchen personnel, manage inventory records, and ensure seamless delivery of high-quality traditional food items to multiple outlets while providing direct administrative support to the business owner.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate daily back-kitchen operations including food preparation, meat processing, portioning, packaging, storage, and dispatch.
- Supervise kitchen employees to ensure adherence to approved recipes, quality standards, and strict timelines.
- Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, finished products, and packaging while conducting regular stock counts.
- Liaise with retail outlets to confirm product requirements and resolve any delivery discrepancies promptly.
- Enforce strict hygiene, food safety, and quality control standards across all preparation and storage areas.
- Manage staff schedules, monitor attendance and productivity, and assist in onboarding and training new hires.
- Provide executive administrative support to the business owner, including operational scheduling and meeting coordination.
- Degree in Hospitality Management, Food Production, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in a Nigerian restaurant, catering outfit, central kitchen, or food-production business.
- Deep practical knowledge of traditional Nigerian food-production processes, particularly amala, local soups, and meat preparation.
- Proven experience in kitchen supervision, inventory management, and multi-outlet supply coordination.
- Proficiency in basic digital tools including Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and communication platforms.
- Strong organizational, numerical, and problem-solving skills with high integrity and accountability.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a structured and expanding consulting framework.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.