Welfare Officer at Westpaq Engineering Nigeria Limited (WPQ)

Role Description

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all staff welfare matters, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure employee well-being.
• Manage daily catering operations, including meal planning, preparation, portion control, and scheduling to meet nutritional requirements and cultural preferences.
• Supervise chefs, kitchen staff, and cleaning personnel, including duty allocation and staffing schedules.
• Oversee food procurement, including market sourcing, vendor relationships, inventory control, and cost-effective purchasing.
• Ensure food quality, hygiene, and safety compliance in line with HSE and regulatory standards.
• Manage staff accommodation, ensuring acceptable living standards, cleanliness, and housekeeping services.
• Coordinate routine welfare inspections, maintenance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with HSE personnel to maintain compliance with company policies and occupational health standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HND/Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Catering, Nutrition, Public Health, Administration or related discipline
• Proven experience in hospitality operations, catering supervision or welfare management
• Good supervisory and people-management skills
• Knowledge of food procurement, market sourcing, and inventory control
• Good understanding of nutrition, food safety, and HSE standards.
• Cost control and budgeting skills
• Excellend organizational and communication skills
• Ablity to work in a multicultural environment