Edo State Hospitality & Food Services

Head, Food Production & Kitchen Operations at Services Afri 9in Limited

Posted

  • Company: Services Afri 9in Limited
  • Location: Benin City, Edo
  • Job type: Full-time
  • Salary: N280,000 – N350,000 per month
  • Deadline: November 5, 2026

About the role

Services Afri 9in Limited is looking for a hands-on leader to oversee food production and kitchen operations. You will manage the integrated food-production system for KEV’S Eatery, Lounge Restaurant, and Grill Kitchen in Benin City. This full-time position reports to the Operations Manager and Chief Operating Officer. The role requires a balance of culinary skill, operational discipline, and commercial judgment to ensure consistent quality and cost control.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations, production planning, and staff deployment across all assigned kitchens.
  • Standardize menus, recipes, portions, and yields to maintain consistent food quality.
  • Control food costs, ingredient usage, waste, and stock levels.
  • Enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in all work areas.
  • Train, coach, and assess chefs, cooks, and kitchen support staff.
  • Produce accurate daily, weekly, and monthly reports on production, costs, and performance.
  • Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, and Store teams on purchasing and inventory.

Requirements

  • Minimum five years of practical experience in kitchen, restaurant, or food production settings.
  • At least two years of experience leading teams or coordinating multiple kitchen units.
  • Strong knowledge of menu planning, food costing, stock control, and hygiene standards.
  • Proven ability to improve food quality, service speed, and cost control.
  • High integrity, leadership maturity, and strong reporting discipline.
  • Competence with Microsoft Excel, POS/ERP systems, and management reporting.

How to apply

Send your CV, a one-page cover note, salary expectation, availability date, and a short example of a food-production improvement you have led to hrdepartmentservicesafriin@gmail.com. Use the job title as the subject of your email. The application deadline is November 5, 2026.

Apply by email: hrdepartmentservicesafriin@gmail.com