Managing Director / Business Development Manager

Managing Director / Business Development Manager at Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)

• Posted: Oct 27, 2026
• Deadline: Not specified
• Location: Abuja
• Job Type: Full Time, Onsite
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Others , Professional Certificate
• Experience 2 years
• Job Field Food, Beverage and Hospitality , Sales and Business Development

About the Company

We are preparing to launch a new, modern Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) in Abuja, combining an affordable Nigerian food concept with a distinctive Chinese/Asian fast-food offering.

The business will operate from a strategically located takeaway-focused outlet, offering a carefully curated Nigerian menu alongside Chinese/Asian-inspired dishes.

The concept is designed around affordability, speed, quality, consistency and high-volume takeaway/delivery sales.

We are seeking an experienced and highly entrepreneurial Managing Director / Business Development Manager to take responsibility for setting up the business from the ground up and subsequently managing its day-to-day operations and growth.

The Opportunity

This is not a conventional restaurant management position.

The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of the entire business setup process, working directly with the Owner/Investor from the planning stage through opening and into full operations.

The successful candidate will have significant influence over:

• Location selection
• Restaurant concept development
• Equipment selection and procurement
• Kitchen design and workflow
• Menu development and pricing
• Supplier identification and negotiation
• Recruitment and training
• Operating procedures
• Branding and customer experience
• POS and inventory systems
• Food-cost management
• Launch strategy
• Marketing and business development
• Delivery operations
• Financial and operational performance
• Subsequent expansion of the business

Key Responsibilities

• Business Setup & Pre-Opening

Lead the establishment of the QSR from concept to opening, including:

• Identifying and evaluating suitable locations in Abuja based on footfall, demographics, competition, accessibility, rent and commercial potential.

• Conducting competitor and market analysis.

• Advising the Owner on the most commercially viable location.

• Developing the restaurant's operational model and workflow.

• Preparing equipment requirements and specifications.

• Identifying, evaluating and negotiating with equipment suppliers.

• Supervising kitchen design, equipment installation and commissioning.

• Developing supplier relationships for food, beverages, packaging and other consumables.

• Assisting with menu development, costing and pricing.

• Developing opening budgets and operational forecasts.

• Establishing appropriate operating policies, procedures and controls.

• Coordinating the recruitment and onboarding of the initial team.

• Developing training programmes and service standards.

• Coordinating pre-opening activities and ensuring the restaurant is ready for launch.

• Restaurant Operations

Following launch, take overall responsibility for the successful operation of the restaurant, including:

• Managing daily restaurant operations.

• Ensuring fast, efficient and consistent customer service.

• Maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and presentation.

• Managing kitchen productivity and service times.

• Monitoring food preparation, portion control and wastage.

• Controlling food and operating costs.

• Managing inventory and procurement.

• Managing suppliers and negotiating favourable commercial terms.

• Monitoring sales and profitability.

• Managing staff performance, attendance and productivity.

• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements.

• Managing cash, POS and financial controls.

• Managing takeaway, pickup and delivery operations.

• Resolving customer complaints and maintaining high customer satisfaction.

• Business Development & Growth

• The successful candidate will also be responsible for growing the business.

This will include:

• Developing and implementing sales-growth strategies.

• Identifying new customer segments and revenue opportunities.

• Developing corporate lunch and bulk-order opportunities.

• Developing delivery and online sales channels.

• Implementing promotional campaigns.

• Monitoring competitors and market trends.

• Analysing sales data and customer behaviour.

• Introducing new products where commercially justified.

• Identifying opportunities for additional outlets.

• Developing the business for potential expansion into multiple locations.

• Candidate Profile

• We are looking for an individual who is commercially minded, operationally strong and entrepreneurial.

The ideal candidate should have:

• At least 2 years' relevant experience in the Quick Service Restaurant, fast-food, restaurant or hospitality industry.

• Demonstrable experience managing a high-volume QSR operations.

• Experience with well-established Nigerian QSR/food brands will be highly advantageous.

• Proven experience managing restaurant operations, staff, suppliers and budgets.

• Strong understanding of food costing, inventory management and portion control.

• Experience in restaurant setup, opening or expansion will be strongly preferred.

• Demonstrable knowledge of the QSR market.

• Strong understanding of customer behaviour.

• Experience with POS, inventory and restaurant management systems.

• Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills.

• Excellent leadership and people-management abilities.

• Strong financial and commercial awareness.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• A strong understanding of Nigerian food and consumer preferences.

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