Food Concepts commenced operations in 2001. From inception, our aim has been clear-cut and focused: to revolutionize the food sector in West Africa and to deliver extraordinary satisfaction to our stakeholders.

Post a jobSince launching in 2004, Chicken Republic (a subsidiary of Food Concepts) has already opened 55 stores in Nigeria and Ghana. On this basis, we are proud of the brand’s hard-earned reputation as the fastest growing chicken QSR in West Africa and the number 1 chicken QSR in Nigeria (both in revenues and number of outlets). In addition, Chicken Republic was ranked as one of Nigeria’s top 20 brands across all categories (Financial Standards Awards 2009).

Job Purpose

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

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

• FoodOversee PMP of key assets (Generators 60kva and above)
• Ensure maintenance of the water treatment plant
• Ensure maintenance of pumps
• Ensure a 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 a 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 a fleet of cars and other logistic equipment.
• Manage operations including supervision, purchasing, and performing 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:

• Nigeria business directoryKnowledge of preventive maintenance
• Knowledge of Predictive maintenance
• Knowledge of Cost Management & Control
• Knowledge of Downtime controls, analysis, and corrective action
• Demonstrates computer skills (Spreadsheets, Excel, Word, Autocad)

Experience Requirements:

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

Decision Expectations:

• Acts on defined procedures and decisions
• Enforces agreed decisions
• Resolves staff/customer issues
• Drives sales performance in stores
• Plans own work schedule and the work schedule of subordinates
• Assigns work to subordinates
• Monitor subordinates’ work performance
• Appraises/evaluates subordinates’ performance

Working Conditions:

• Job role holders typically work over 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and may entail putting in some extra hours due to the fast-paced environment (weekends and evening work).
• This role requires frequent travelling from store to store, in resolving issues that may arise, and would involve knowledge of electrical/technical expertise.

Internal Contacts (most frequent contacts):

• Post a jobStaff and management team
• Restaurant Management teams in the area
• Area Manager
• HR Manager
• RSC – Restaurant Support Centre

Purpose of Contact:

• Exchange or provide information
• Obtain, clarify, and discuss information
• Present, discuss information and problems
• Collaborate, negotiate, and present ideas
• Deal with, influence, or motivate subordinates
• Promote, justify, or settle highly sensitive matters.