Industrial Catering Services and Hospitality Services Company Food Production Manager Job Vacancy in Nigeria

Stresert
Services Limited – Our client provides Industrial Catering Services and
hospitality services to corporate organizations and hotels.

We
are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job
Title:
Food Production Manager
Location: Surulere, Lagos (proximity to work is highly desired).

Role
Summary

The
job holder will be responsible for the planning, coordination and control
of Food Production processes.
You’ll
make sure the food and services are produced efficiently and that the
right amount is produced at the right cost and level of quality. (The
ideal candidate for this role MUST have been an industrial cook who grew
through the rank).

Job
Responsibilities

Oversee
the day-to-day operations at the kitchen to ensure optimal production
quality and maximum profit for company.
Take
charge of the processing of food and the amount produced from the kitchen.
Direct
and supervise the activities of food production staff.
Develop
menu items and recipes for a variety of food products.
Oversee
the hiring, orientation and training of technical and non-technical food
manufacturing personnel in junction with the HR Department.
Monitor
every aspect of production to ensure compliance with established
procedures and standards.
Oversee
the maintenance, repair, and replacement of production equipment to ensure
smooth work operations.
Create
work shifts to ensure round-the-clock food production operations.
Maintain
accurate inventory of raw materials and processed food products.
Ensure
products and raw materials are stored properly at optimum conditions.
Assign
production staff according to their competence and work demand.
Motivate
and supervise work crew to ensure daily production targets are achieved.
Liaise
with the sales and marketing department to develop and implement
strategies for driving sales of newly introduced or seasonal menus
products.
Enforce
health/safety procedures and guidelines for operation.
Inspect
food production equipment to ensure they are operational and in good
working order for food processing.
Ensure
compliance with all internal and external food production regulations and
legislation.
Proffer
recommendations to management on ways to increase production quality and
revenue generation ideas.

Requirements
and Competencies
Educational Qualification:

A
degree in Catering and Hotel Management or similar field.

Relevant
Working Experience

A
minimum of 8 years experience in the hospitality/Industrial Catering
Sector as a Cook who grew in the rank (Industry & role experience is a
must).

Planning
& Organizational Skills:

Ability
to plan menu, cost it and translate it into delicious delicacies for
clients and also organize his team for effective and efficient delivery in
all aspect of production in the kitchen.
To
supervise and coordinate all cooks and other kitchen employees ensuring
that the food preparation and presentation is according to organizational
standards.
To
inspect all incoming raw material for quality, quantity and cost
effectiveness.
Requesting
on a daily basis using the proper forms, all food supplies and maintain an
acceptable turnover, and plan production according to business forecast.
Plan
and implement all menus in cooperation with the F&B Manager.

Work
Standard & Self Disciple Skills:

Set
goals/standards of performance for self, subordinates and organisation. Be
dissatisfied with average performance, compulsorily ensuring that the team
follows laid down recipe and knows it to heart.
Oversees
the controlling and analyse the ongoing of the following;
The
quality level of production and presentation
Guest
satisfaction
Merchandising
and marketing
Operation
/ Food cost
Cleanliness
/Sanitation and Hygiene

Detail
Handling Skills:

Tolerance
for and ability to pay attention to and handle details and paperwork
associated with the job.
Ensures
a clean and hygienic kitchen inclusive of the heavy equipment and
utensils, coordinating his efforts with the Cleaners.
To
inspect on a regular basis all kitchen and storage refrigerators, storage
procedures to avoid spoilage and ensure the targeted turnover of food
products.
Interacts
with persons outside the hotel such as suppliers, government officials,
competitor and other members of the community.
Oversees
the completion of market lists, according to the organizations quality
standards.
Complies
with health and safety standards to prevent accidents.

Efficiency
& Effectiveness Skills:

Achieving
maximum results, results will be measured; not level of activity or
expended energy.
Oversee
the preparation of menus and participates in pricing policy in
consultation with the F&B Manager, Restaurant and Banquet Manager and
taking the following into consideration:

Local
requirements
Market
needs
Competition
Trends
Recipes
Potential
costs
Availability
of F&B products

Leadership
Skills:

Inspire
others to excel by clearly communicating business values and direction,
recognizing good performance and providing managerial support.
Develop
potential of others through coaching and development opportunities to
build Organization capability for the future.

Salary
N80, 000 monthly + other benefits.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their updated CV’s (highlighting
past similar roles) to: recruitment@stresertservices.com
using ‘FPMC’ as subject of the mail.

Note:
Qualified
applicants will be invited for interviews.

Application
Deadline: 25th
August, 2017.