Restaurant Manager

DET Consulting & Outsourcing Limited is a Human Resource and Outsourcing solutions firm committed to helping organizations attract top talent, optimize workforce performance, and drive business growth. We specialize in recruitment, staff outsourcing, HR advisory, training, and payroll services, delivering customized solutions that align with organizational goals. Our mission is simple: Empowering people, transforming businesses.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Restaurant Manager

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Hospitality / Food & Beverage

Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Restaurant Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, lead the team, maintain excellent service standards, control costs, and ensure an exceptional customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure smooth service delivery.
• Manage, supervise, train, and motivate restaurant staff.
• Prepare staff schedules and monitor attendance, performance, grooming, and discipline.
• Ensure excellent customer service and professionally handle complaints and feedback.
• Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to drive revenue and customer retention.
• Manage inventory, stock levels, wastage, food costs, and operational expenses.
• Ensure proper food handling, hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Monitor food and service quality and ensure company standards are consistently maintained.
• Supervise cash handling, daily reconciliation, and operational documentation.
• Coordinate maintenance of restaurant facilities, equipment, and general cleanliness.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports for management.
• Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable hospitality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in restaurant, hospitality, food & beverage, or similar operations.
• Proven experience managing restaurant teams and daily operations.
• Strong knowledge of customer service, inventory, cost control, and restaurant operations.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in POS/restaurant management systems and Microsoft Office is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Management
• Customer Service
• Restaurant Operations
• Sales & Revenue Management
• Inventory & Cost Control
• Staff Training & Development
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Food Safety & Hygiene
• Accountability & Professionalism.

Salary

N250,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date

30th October, 2026.