General Manager (Catering, Events or Hospitality) at Elvaridah Limited

At Elvaridah, we emphasize on the critical matters and prospects of organizations such as business growth, strategy, planning, marketing, structure, and people management across different industries. We help companies focus on the growth of their businesses while aligning costs with strategy. With our all-inclusive approach and expertise, we capture values across the boundaries of any organization. Elvaridah focuses on optimizing all the different parts of a business as a unit.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager (Catering, Events or Hospitality) 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Catering, Events & Hospitality

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced and results-driven General Manager to oversee the entire operations, drive growth, and ensure excellence across our service delivery, staff management, and client experience.

Responsibilities
Operations Management:

• Oversee day-to-day catering and events operations, ensuring smooth service execution and adherence to quality standards.
• Coordinate kitchen, logistics, event setup, and client service teams for efficient workflow.
• Implement operational SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) across all units.
• Monitor inventory, procurement, and vendor management processes to minimize waste and cost.

Business & Financial Oversight:

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost-control measures.
• Track revenue and profitability across projects and identify improvement areas.
• Ensure timely client billing, payment tracking, and financial reporting.

Team Leadership & HR Management:

• Supervise and motivate staff across kitchen, service, and administrative units.
• Conduct performance evaluations, enforce discipline, and promote a positive work culture.
• Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, and training for operational excellence.

Client & Event Management:

• Oversee client consultations, menu planning, and event coordination.
• Ensure client satisfaction from booking to event completion.
• Handle escalations and resolve client issues professionally and promptly.

Business Growth & Strategy:

• Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and service expansion areas.
• Support marketing activities and represent the brand at events, exhibitions, and partnerships.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve company goals.

Compliance & Quality Control:

• Enforce hygiene, safety, and food quality standards in all operations.
• Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations.
• Maintain the company’s brand reputation through consistent service delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in General Management within catering, events, or restaurant operations.
• Strong leadership, people management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, logistics, and client relationships effectively.
• High attention to detail and commitment to service quality.
• Proficiency in MS Office and hospitality management tools/software is an added advantage.

Salary
N300,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.