At Sooyah Bistro, we don’t just serve food—we serve joy, culture, and community. Whether you’re a customer or a team member, you’re part of something bigger—the Sooyah Fam.
Our mission? To be the biggest and best Nigerian quick-service restaurant chain in the world. From just 2 locations in 2018 to 10 (and counting) in 2025, we’re on a global takeover—and we need superstars like YOU to make it happen!
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Culinary Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Focus: Central Kitchen & Product Standardization
Job Description
- We are looking for an experienced Culinary Manager to oversee the operations of our central kitchen while driving recipe development, process standardization, and food quality across all outlets.
- This role is critical in ensuring consistency, innovation, and efficiency in how we prepare and serve our food.
Responsibilities
Central Kitchen Operations:
- Manage the daily activities of the central kitchen, ensuring timely and consistent meal production.
- Supervise kitchen staff and enforce food safety, hygiene, and operational standards.
- Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, safety protocols, and cleaning schedules.
Recipe Development & Standardization:
- Lead the development and standardization of key recipes, including suya spice, waffles, and crepes.
- Train kitchen teams on updated recipes and food prep procedures.
- Maintain quality control in collaboration with the QC team to ensure consistency and minimize waste.
Process Improvement & Documentation:
- Establish and document kitchen SOPs for food preparation, processing, and packaging.
- Set guidelines for the centralized processing of produce, meats, and semi-finished goods.
- Recommend kitchen layout improvements and standardize tools and equipment across branches.
Product & Regulatory Coordination:
- Consult on and implement new product recipes aligned with customer preferences.
- Lead NAFDAC approval processes for new or updated food items.
- Prepare regular reports on kitchen performance, product testing, and recipe updates.
Requirements
- BSc / HND in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field is a plus.
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in a high-volume kitchen, QSR, or food production environment.
- Strong knowledge of culinary operations, food safety, and recipe management.
- Proven skills in team leadership, training, and kitchen workflow optimization.
- Experience with food standardization and regulatory approvals (e.g., NAFDAC) is an added advantage.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance bonuses based on KPIs
- Opportunity to shape product standards and kitchen operations at scale
- A collaborative team and culture that values creativity, quality, and growth
Application Closing Date
30th July, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online