Top Management Manager at Efezi Southsea Nigeria Limited

Efezi Southsea Nigeria Limited, established in 2009, is a hospitality consultancy firm specializing in providing expert services to small and medium-sized hotels.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Top Management Manager

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Key Responsibilities
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.

Remuneration

• Salary: Very attractive (to be discussed and finalized with the client during the interview).

Application Closing Date
15th October, 2025.

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