Shift Officer Central Kitchen, Idu at Food Concepts Plc

Food/Catering
Abuja
April 2, 2026
Full Time

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Job Description

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.

Since launching in 2004, Chicken Republic (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).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Shift Officer, Central Kitchen, Idu

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Team Supervision:

  • Provide guidance to kitchen and production staff to achieve and maintain high standards of quality, service, and cleanliness.
  • Maintain smooth workflow by monitoring production steps, setting processing parameters, and observing critical control points and equipment.
  • Coach the team on methods to improve efficiency, consistency, and output quality.
  • Foster teamwork, positive attitudes, and effective communication among staff.

Safety and Quality Assurance Management:

  • Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and food safety protocols (including HACCP, GMP, and company standards) during all kitchen operations.
  • Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen workspace, equipment, and storage areas to uphold a safe and hygienic environment.
  • Enforce quality standards by implementing and monitoring organizational procedures.
  • Train team members on proper use of safety gear and emergency response protocols.
  • Document and promptly report any deviations in food quality, safety breaches, or operational defects.

Administrative Tasks and Reporting:

  • Support the training and development of kitchen staff to build capability and compliance.
  • Assist in planning and executing shift operations to ensure consistent product quality and timely output.
  • Manage attendance, leave records, and address minor disciplinary matters within the team.
  • Liaise with the Central Kitchen Supervisor on all operational and personnel issues.
  • Monitor and maintain accurate records of inventory (raw materials, packaging, and equipment) and submit daily reports.
  • Review daily Sectional Inspection Checklists (SICs) with operatives to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: careers@foodconceptsplc.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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