Job Openings at Food Concepts Plc

Job Purpose

• Eliminate / Reduce equipment, in Chicken Republic restaurants as assigned. Quick response to maintenance issues by the Restaurant Manager as set in process manual

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• Oversee PMP of key assets  (Generators 60kva and above)
• Ensure maintenance of water treatment plant
• Ensure maintenance of pumps
• Ensure relatively uninterrupted power supply in the depot
• Maintain and repair depot equipment and fittings
• Ensure rectification of electrical faults
• Plan and co-ordinate electrical repairs on machines and other equipment
• Provide information on electrical spare parts
• Provide Daily log of operations and activities of the department
• Keep depot fuel consumption records
• Preparation of weekly and monthly reports
• Maintain facility operations in the food and beverage factory
• Establish a preventative maintenance program in both plants and restaurants
• Maintain fleet of cars and other logistic equipment.
• Manage operations including supervision, purchasing and performed required Engineering
• Key Performance Indicators
• Efficiency and Reduction of Downtime
• Maintenance budgets and costs
• Asset Lifecycle and Performance
• Maintenance Response Time
• Work order management
• Timely response to emergency maintenance
• Knowledge & Competencies
• Knowledge of preventive  maintenance
• Knowledge of Predictive maintenance
• Knowledge of Cost Management & Control
• Knowledge of Downtime controls, analysis and corrective action
• Demonstrates Computers skills (spread sheets excel, word, Autocad)

Job Specifications

• - A minimum of any technical training is required
• Possession of any technical professional qualification is an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar role

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Job Purpose

• The Associate will be directly responsible for strict compliance with the requirements of Climate Change Act, Environmental Management System and reporting ESG initiatives and strategies

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• To collect and gather required activity data for calculating the greenhouse gas emission
• To analyze and interpret data related to sustainability performance and communicate progress to line manager
• To create awareness via sensitization programs to concerned stakeholders on ESG, Environmental sustainability and Environmental Management standards
• The staff will work with line manager on implementation of developed strategies to minimize environmental, social, and economic impact, reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability practices
• To ensure that the organization adheres to relevant environmental regulations and standards
• To engage sustainability team in conjunction with line manager on ensuring sustainability practices is in place
• To ensure the use of sustainable materials and products in the organization’s operations
• To ensure that the organization’s operations are fair and ethical and that it contributes positively to the communities in which it operates
• To work with different departments within the organization to integrate sustainability into all aspects of business.
• Conduct environmental audits to identify areas for improvement and compliance with environmental regulations and climate change Act
• To train employees on sustainability measures
• To gather related ESG and environmental sustainability data for management review meeting
• To support sustainability initiatives across the stores (Energy saving, water-use reduction etc)

Key Performance Indicators

• Efficiency Indicator – Productivity
• Impact Indicator – Customer satisfaction and Fidelity
• Effectiveness Indicator - Value
• Customer service Indicator – Customer complaints
• Safety Indicator – Quality/Safety

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of ISO14001 in relation to food industry and climate change act
• Knowledge on carbon emission calculation and environmental sustainability practices/initiatives/innovations
• Knowledge of MS office particularly MS Word, Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of relevant Environmental regulatory standards and requirements
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance policies and procedures and Safety – Food, Fire, Occupational Health and Environment
• Knowledge of tools (Canva or other tools for design), methods and concepts of quality assurance
• Knowledge of data analysis skills and statistical analysis

Job Specifications

• Min. B.Sc./HND in Biochemistry; Food Sc & Tech; Microbiology and other related science field
• Possession of any relevant certification such as EMS, EnMS, QMS. Courses on Carbon Emission Calculation. Certified Lead Auditor or internal auditor in any of the above-mentioned certifications is an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar role

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Job Purpose

• The officer will be directly responsible for strict compliance with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 (QMS), ISO 22000:2018 (FSMS), ISO 14001:2025 (EMS) and ISO 45001:2018 (OHSMS) that Food Concepts Plc is certified to.

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• To ensure smooth coordination and implementation of the Quality Management System, Food Safety Management System, Environmental Management System and Occupational Health and Safety Management in the organization
• To maintain all relevant and applicable documented information (Manuals, procedures (HACCP, PRPs, compliance obligation register etc), checklists and records in line with clauses of the ISO standards
• To ensure compliance with the requirements of ISO standards through internal auditing, and reporting of identified findings during internal audits
• To provide support to stores in identifying root cause, correction and corrective action to prevent re-occurrence of non-conformities identified during certification or surveillance audit
• To provide support to process owners within the organization to ensure conformity to the ISO standards and requirements.
• To ensure readiness of the organization for initial certification through gap analysis, training, awareness, and availability of required documents to enable successful certification process.
• To develop and review procedures and records to ensure compliance with the requirements of the ISO standards (Document control)
• To evaluate and trend reports of monitoring and verification for CCPs and OPRPs
• To evaluate established food safety objectives across the ISO certified stores

Key Performance Indicators

• Efficiency Indicator – Productivity
• Impact Indicator – Customer satisfaction and Fidelity
• Effectiveness Indicator - Value
• Customer service Indicator – Customer complaints
• Safety Indicator – Quality/Safety

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of ISO 22000, 45000, 9001 and 14001 in relation to food industry
• Knowledge of MS office particularly MS Word, Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards and requirements
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance policies and procedures and Safety – Food, Fire, Occupational Health and Environment
• Knowledge of tools (Canva or other tools for design), methods and concepts of quality assurance
• Knowledge of data analysis skills and statistical analysis

Job Specifications

• Min. B.Sc/HND in Biochemistry; Food Sc & Tech; Microbiology and other related science field
• Possession of any relevant certification such as FSMS certification, FSSC, QMS, Certified Lead Auditor or internal auditor in any of the above-mentioned certifications is essential
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in similar role

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Job Purpose

• To oversee all human resources operations within assigned business divisions and ensure they are aligned with Food Concepts’ overall business goals

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• Strategic Planning & Implementation
• Consult with line management and provide Human Resource guidance
• Implement the behavioral matrix that aligns the objectives and priorities of the company with that of the assigned division.

Human Resource Management Services

• Analyze trends and metrics with the HR department
• Consult with line management of assigned division and provide daily HR guidance
• Plan the requirement and availability of human resources for the assigned division/business over time and ahead
• Provide candidates for all vacancies that exist in the assigned division and ensure only credible employees are recruited any given time
• Make available for all staff all work tools or conditions that contributes to or enhances the delivery of excellent performances from employees
• Establish a network of relationships with the employees and ensure that this improves efficiency across the businesses
• Ensure the compliance of employees to the business rules and the company policies and the statutes listed in the staff handbook
• Resolve complex employee relations issues and address grievances
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention
• Ensure the jobs provided for assigned business divisions are adequately manned and not unnecessarily absented
• Must ensure that absenteeism in assigned business division is not too high beyond the accepted limit.

Provide HR policy guidance

• Monitor and report on workforce and succession planning
• Identify aspects of the assigned business operation/division that requires adequate skills improvements through trainings; Internal and External
• Provide the needed training programs required for the business to enhance the productivity of staff
• Liaise with Training Unit to facilitate the needed trainings for the division
• Provide feedbacks through nominated employees on all trainings scheduled for improved efficiency of the Training Unit
• Suggest new HR strategies to management

Administrative Functions

• Keep the records; documents and files relating to all staff
• Ensure all due correspondences, memos, reports and certificates are tracked in each employees files
• Provide periodic up to date report on key Human Resources metrics and activities as it relates to the business division
• Performs any other related task as may be assigned from time to time

Key Performance Indicators

• Labour Turnover Rate (Target Vs Actual)
• % of Staff Cost to Revenue
• % of Staff Cost to Operating Cost
• HR ROI
• Time to complete task/project

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of all HR Management Service
• Knowledge of HR practices and employee management
• Knowledge of Employee Relations and Emotional Intelligence
• Demonstrate ability to act as a consultant on human resources management and organizational changes.
• Demonstrates excellent people management skills
• Demonstrates knowledge of Process Management, Knowledge and Application
• Analytical and goal oriented
• Demonstrable experience with HR metrics
• Knowledge of labor legislation and HR policies
•  Knowledge of processes in the Food/QSR Industry

Job Specifications

• A good first degree in social/management/physical sciences
• Possession of a Post graduate degree in Human Resources/Business Administration or related field is an added advantage
• Membership of CIPM, HRCI, CIPD or any other related professional qualification is required.
• Minimum of 5-6 years’ experience in a similar role 

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Job Purpose

• A Project Manager specializing in structures oversees and manages construction projects with a focus on structural elements.. This role involves everything related to project and time management

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

Project Management

• Responsible for the development of all acquired sites according to standards and specifications
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Ensure availability and allocation of resources
• Develop a detailed project work plan to track progress
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project schedule and costs
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Manage the relationship between client and all stakeholders and escalate to management as needed
• Establish and maintain relationship with third party vendors
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Track project performance specifically to analyse the successful completion of short and long-term goals
• Responsible for Liaising /negotiating with building or developing contractors & consultants in conjunction with the technical   
• Partners throughout the life span of each project.
• Review and seek approvals for all architectural proposals and drawings of all sites

Risk Management/ Compliance

• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Ensure adequate compliance to all company policies, internal control processes and approved processes
• Ensure compliance with territorial governments' judgments, statutes and laws while acquiring and developing sites

Key Performance Indicators

• Estimated rate of project completion
• Projects return on investment (ROI)
• Time spent on the project by team members
• Level of resource capacity i.e. number of resources working on a project multiplied by the 
• percentage of time
• Number of project milestones completed within the required timeline

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of team management and leadership
• Good negotiation skills
• Knowledge of project scheduling
• Knowledge of cost and risk and cost management
• Knowledge of contract management and suppliers
• Knowledge of processes in the Food/QSR industry
• Strong organizational and managerial skills.

Job Specifications

• Have tertiary qualifications in civil engineering or a similar field
• Possession of A Post Graduate Degree is an added advantage
• Project Management Professional (PMP)/ PRINCE II Certification is a  Plus
• Minimum of 5-6 Previous experience in structures such as tunnels, culverts, bridges, etc.
• Good understanding and demonstrative experience in civil engineering and technical elements

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Job Purpose

• To manage the various elements of the supply chain in such a manner that ensures goods and other inventory items are transported, stored and delivered on time and in good condition to the production units, stores and the regional warehouse hubs

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• Identify and implement cost saving measures to reduce Food Concepts’ cost of storing and handling goods/equipment
• Generate and analyze reports at pre-defined and agreed intervals to aid decisions relating to inventory and working capital management
• Ensure accuracy of stock picked for shipment
• Ensure zero stock losses both in Warehouse and in-transit to stores and regional warehouse hubs
• Ensure full monitor adherence to health, safety and environmental guidelines
• Ensuring receipt of goods in line with specifications on purchase orders or as instructed by Supply Chain Division
• Application of appropriate asset management procedures in order to achieve maximum return on assets
• Continuous evaluation of warehouse security and implementation of necessary measures to maintain safety of stock.
• Develop preventative maintenance systems and contingency plans.
• Ensure supervision of picked stock in staging area of the warehouse
• Support in the offloading and loading of stocks in the warehouse
• Participate in cycle counting and monthly stock count activities
• Maintain high standard of housekeeping and hygiene in work area assigned
• Provide regular update on stock position as may be required
• Responsible for  monthly stock reconciliation with Central Kitchen, Pie Production Units, Pie Xpress Kiosks and Chicken Republic outlets

Key Performance Indicators

• Delivery turnaround time
• Quality of stock delivered
• Savings on of goods/services
• Zero stock out in all stores
• Achieved/Exceed agreed target

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of various ERP – Oracle, Micros etc.
• Office productivity software programs such as word processing, databases, spreadsheet programs, and communications software.

Job Specifications

• Minimum of University Degree/OND/HND
• Membership of the CIPS, CILS, CILCS, CISCOM, Lean Six Sigma or any other related professional qualification is an additional advantage
• Minimum of 3-4 year working experience