Central Kitchen Production Manager 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: Central Kitchen Production Manager

Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities

• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on outlet demand, bulk orders, and sales forecasts.
• Prepare and manage production, preparation (prep), requisition, and packaging plans to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Collaborate on menu planning and development to align with customer preferences and company standards.
• Adjust production plans proactively based on demand trends, inventory availability, and operational requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high quality raw materials.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and supply terms to optimize costs without compromising quality.
• Oversee the entire food preparation and cooking process to ensure compliance with recipes, portion standards, and company quality expectations.
• Monitor ingredient usage, production processes, and finished product quality to maintain standards.
• Coordinate and review food orders, ensuring preparation methods align with outlet and customer specifications.
• Implement continuous quality control measures and corrective actions as needed.
• Manage kitchen inventory movement and stock levels to maintain optimal ingredient availability.
• Implement forecasting methods to reduce stockouts, overstocking, and wastage.
• Analyze food costs and production performance to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor the Production Team, ensuring staff are trained in processes, food safety, and operational standards.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to encourage staff development.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations, including proper sanitation and kitchen safety practices.
• Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production reports, consolidating data from supervisors.
• Monitor customer and outlet feedback related to food quality and implement improvements as needed.
• Coordinate with Inventory, Procurement, Logistics, and Outlet teams to ensure seamless operational flow.

Qualifications

• HND/BSc in Food Science, Hospitality Management, Catering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in large-scale food production or central kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership, planning, and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight production timelines.

Compensation, Scope of Work, and Benefits

• Salary: N200,000 per month
• Days of Work: Monday – Saturday
• Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage
• Daily Lunch Provided.

Application Closing Date
27th February, 2026.