Operations Manager (QSR) Job at Uncle Stan's Foods

Uncle Stan's Foods is a small chops company known for it's unique finger food taste all over Lagos. Our brand makes us unique.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Operations Manager (QSR)

Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary


  • The Operations Manager at Uncle Stan’s Foods is responsible for overseeing daily operations across all outlets and central kitchen units to ensure optimal efficiency, quality standards, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
  • The role ensures that all branches align with the company’s operational standards, performance targets, and brand promise.

Key Responsibilities
Outlet & Production Oversight:

  • Supervise daily activities across all restaurant outlets and central kitchen.
  • Monitor service speed, food quality, hygiene, and customer experience.
  • Enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality assurance processes.
  • Conduct regular visits to outlets to evaluate performance and compliance.

Inventory & Supply Chain Management:

  • Ensure accurate stock planning, purchasing, and inventory controls across all outlets.
  • Oversee procurement and storekeeping activities, ensuring FIFO and cost efficiency.
  • Liaise with the procurement and central store to ensure timely replenishment.

Team Management & Leadership:

  • Directly supervise outlet managers and central kitchen supervisors.
  • Conduct training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Financial & Sales Performance:

  • Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sales against targets for each outlet.
  • Analyze operational costs and work with Finance to optimize profitability.
  • Recommend cost-cutting or revenue-generating initiatives.

Customer Satisfaction:

  • Monitor feedback channels to identify recurring customer issues or trends.
  • Implement initiatives that improve service delivery and overall satisfaction.
  • Address escalated complaints or operational lapses promptly.

Reporting & Documentation:

  • Submit detailed weekly and monthly operations reports.
  • Collaborate with the Audit, Accounts, and HR departments to ensure all policies and KPIs are implemented and tracked.
  • Document and report incidents, maintenance issues, or disciplinary cases.

Strategic Operations Planning:

  • Support business expansion by scouting new locations and setting up new outlets.
  • Plan and implement strategies for peak periods, promotions, or holidays.
  • Ensure operational alignment with the company’s growth objectives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Sales targets achievement (daily, weekly, monthly per outlet)
  • Outlet performance rating (internal audits, customer reviews)
  • Cost control efficiency (food cost %, wastage levels)
  • Inventory accuracy and variance levels
  • Staff productivity and turnover rate
  • Customer satisfaction scores
  • Timeliness and quality of reporting

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in operations within the QSR or hospitality sector.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multi-outlet operations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and reporting tools.

Work Conditions:

  • Full-time, on-site with regular outlet visitation.
  • Availability for weekend and holiday supervision as needed.
  • Fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hrunclestansfoods@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.