General Manager, Catering at XEJet

XEJet was conceptualized as an exclusive Premium Class airline, aiming to become the preferred choice for premium travelers. We are pioneering a unique level of service delivery in both private and commercial aviation. Our services are professional, prestigious, and exceed expectations. We have a team that is dedicated to customer satisfaction and driven by a passion to position the company as a market leader in the aviation industry. We provide our esteemed customers with the luxury and personalized service typically associated with private jets, within the comfort and safety of a commercial airline.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager, Catering

Location: GRA Ikeja, Lagos
Job type: Full Time (Onsite)

Job Description

• We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven professional to lead our Catering Business in Nigeria. 
• The ideal candidate should be an experienced leader with strong commercial acumen and operational expertise in large-scale catering, hospitality, or airline catering services.
• The successful candidate will oversee in-flight catering operations while aggressively expanding third-party business opportunities across airlines, corporate organizations, and events. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies to position the catering unit as a profit center 
• Secure catering contracts with airlines, corporate clients, and event organizations 
• Drive revenue generation through business development and strategic partnerships 
• Oversee end-to-end catering operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance 
• Manage budgets, profitability, and cost optimization initiatives 
• Ensure world-class service delivery and customer satisfaction 
• Lead and develop a high-performing catering and sales team 

Requirements

• Proven experience in catering, hospitality, or airline catering operations 
• Strong background in business development and revenue generation 
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale catering projects 
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and international best practices 
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Application Closing Date
31st May, 2026.