Operations Officer at FoodCourt

Nigeria

Foodcourt

Company Info

FoodCourt is a revolutionary food-tech company on a mission to make good food accessible, on demand to everyone. Our values include innovation, customer satisfaction, and teamwork.

FoodCourt is a revolutionary food-tech company on a mission to make good food accessible, on demand to everyone. Our values include innovation, customer satisfaction, and teamwork.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

  • The Operations Officer supports the day-to-day running of restaurant operations to ensure seamless service delivery, efficient resource utilization, and compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • This role involves coordination across departments—kitchen, service, inventory, and maintenance—to drive operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and business growth.
  • The Operations Officer plays a key role in translating strategy into daily execution on the ground.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Restaurant Operations:

  • Supervise and support front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) teams during service hours.
  • Ensure smooth flow of operations during opening, peak periods, and closing.
  • Monitor food preparation, order turnaround time, cleanliness, and service quality.
  • Resolve guest complaints promptly and professionally.

Staff Coordination & Support:

  • Assist in organizing staff rosters and shift allocations.
  • Ensure team adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), hygiene, and dress code.
  • Coordinate staff briefings, pre-shift meetings, and post-shift reviews as needed.
  • Support onboarding and on-the-job training for new staff.

Inventory & Supply Oversight:

  • Collaborate with the Inventory Officer to ensure stock levels meet operational needs.
  • Track and report wastage or misuse of inventory items.
  • Verify proper storage and handling of stock to minimize spoilage.

Facility & Equipment Monitoring:

  • Inspect the premises regularly to ensure cleanliness, safety, and proper functioning of facilities.
  • Report equipment faults and follow up on repairs or replacements.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety regulations.

Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain daily operational logs and shift handover notes.
  • Generate basic reports on sales trends, customer feedback, and staff performance.
  • Support audits, inspections, and management reviews with relevant documentation.

Cost & Efficiency Control:

  • Recommend process improvements to reduce operational costs.
  • Identify and minimize bottlenecks in kitchen or service operations.
  • Monitor energy, water, and consumable usage to ensure efficiency.

Customer Experience:

  • Ensure excellent guest service standards are maintained at all times.
  • Monitor table turnover, wait times, and dining experience.
  • Act as a floor liaison during busy hours to support guest relations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • OND / HND / B.Sc. in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 2+ years in an operational role within a restaurant, café, hotel, or quick service outlet.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Attention to detail and proactive problem-solving
  • Ability to manage pressure and multitask effectively
  • Basic understanding of health and food safety regulations
  • Customer service orientation with a hands-on attitude.

Application Closing Date
16th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.