Restaurant Facility Management Lead at Firewood Rice Nigeria

At Firewood Rice Nigeria, we don’t just serve meals - we serve memories. With a deep-rooted love for authentic Nigerian dishes, we’ve built a brand that delivers comfort, flavor, and joy to our customers across Lagos. Our energetic team is the secret sauce behind our success, and we’re growing fast! If you love food, innovation, and working in a vibrant, forward-thinking environment, we want you with us.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Restaurant Facility Management Lead

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule for all restaurant equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and kitchen appliances.
• Conduct regular inspections of the restaurant premises to identify maintenance needs and ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance work with minimal disruption to operations.
• Keep an updated record of equipment warranties, service logs, and replacement schedules.
• Source, evaluate, and manage service providers (cleaning, pest control, security, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, etc.).
• Negotiate contracts, service agreements, and pricing to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality service delivery.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to agreed service-level standards.
• Ensure the restaurant complies with all local health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Implement fire safety, emergency response, and security measures in line with company policies.
• Train and sensitize staff on safety protocols, reporting hazards, and proper use of equipment.
• Prepare and manage the facility management budget, ensuring optimal use of resources.
• Monitor utility consumption (water, electricity, gas) and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Track expenses for repairs, maintenance, and capital expenditures, providing periodic reports to management.
• Respond promptly to facility-related emergencies, ensuring quick resolution.
• Provide technical support during restaurant expansions, refurbishments, or new outlet setups.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure facility readiness for smooth daily business.

Salary
N120,000 - N150,000 / month. 

Application Closing Date
8th December, 2025.