TOP MANAGEMENT MANAGER AT EFEZI SOUTHSEA NIGERIA LIMITED

About Company:

Efezi Southsea Nigeria Limited is a Nigerian hospitality consultancy company established in 2009, focusing on providing services to small and medium-sized hotels. The company offers a range of services to enhance guest experiences, including roles like hotel housekeepers, supervisors, and laundry personnel. Their head office is located in Lagos, Nigeria. 
 

Job Description:

Strategic Planning and Concept Development:

• Define the eatery’s business concept, vision, and target market.
• Conduct feasibility studies, competitor analysis, and location assessments.
• Develop the business plan, operational strategy, and financial projections.

Project Coordination and Execution:

• Oversee all phases of the set-up — from site selection, renovation, and kitchen layout design to equipment installation.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure timely completion.
• Approve procurement of furniture, fixtures, and kitchen equipment within budget.

Staffing and Human Resource Development:

• Recruit key staff (chefs, kitchen hands, service staff, supervisors, and admin team).
• Develop job descriptions, training manuals, and performance standards.
• Supervise training to ensure staff understand the eatery’s service culture and operational standards.

Regulatory Compliance and Licensing:

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, food handling, and business registration requirements.
• Liaise with government agencies to obtain all necessary permits and approvals.

Financial Management:

• Manage the set-up budget and ensure optimal resource utilization.
• Approve expenditures and monitor supplier payments.
• Set pricing structures and oversee initial menu costing with the chef.

Branding, Marketing, and Launch Preparation:

• Oversee branding, logo design, signage, and customer experience concepts.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to plan pre-launch promotions.
• Coordinate the grand opening and ensure a smooth operational take-off.

Operational Readiness and Handover:

• Conduct pre-opening audits and test runs.
• Establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for front and back-of-house operations.
• Ensure seamless transition from set-up to full operations before handover to the operations manager.

Leadership and Reporting:

• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.
• Report progress, challenges, and recommendations to the company’s board or managing director.

Requirements:

• Must have previously worked in top management positions with reputable brands such as The Place, Mega Chicken, or Chicken Republic.
• Proven experience in setting up and managing successful eateries.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 15th October, 2025

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: efezisouthsea2000@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.