Job Title: Kitchen Manager
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Shift-based
Job Summary
- We are looking for experienced and highly organized Kitchen Managers to oversee the daily operations of a busy kitchen.
- The ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, and the ability to manage kitchen staff while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, safety, and efficiency.
- This is a shift-based role, and two Kitchen Managers will be recruited to support the smooth operation of the kitchen across different shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen and ensure smooth workflow.
- Supervise, coordinate, and manage kitchen staff across assigned shifts.
- Ensure food is prepared and presented according to established quality and portion standards.
- Monitor food preparation, cooking, plating, and service processes.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety.
- Manage kitchen inventory, stock levels, and proper storage of ingredients.
- Monitor food wastage and implement measures to minimize unnecessary costs.
- Ensure kitchen equipment and facilities are properly maintained and used safely.
- Prepare and monitor kitchen schedules, staff duties, and shift assignments.
- Train, guide, and motivate kitchen staff to improve performance and productivity.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
- Monitor kitchen supplies and communicate procurement needs when necessary.
- Identify and resolve operational issues within the kitchen promptly.
- Work closely with management and other departments to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Maintain accurate records relating to stock, wastage, staff schedules, and kitchen operations where required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in kitchen/food service operations.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Head Chef, or other relevant managerial/supervisory position.
- Proven experience managing and supervising kitchen staff.
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Good understanding of inventory and stock management.
- Strong leadership and team-management skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours and operate effectively within a shift-based schedule.
- This is a mandatory requirement due to the shift-based nature of the role.
Salary
N300,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
17th September, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: marvelrecruitment7@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note: Ensure you meet the required qualifications and experience before applying.