Operations Manager at Ultima Restaurant & Lounge – 2 Openings, Ibadan

Ultima Restaurant & Lounge is recruiting two Operations Managers for Bodija and Ringroad, Ibadan. These positions oversee front-of-house and kitchen operations, business performance, guest satisfaction and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Direct front-of-house and back-of-house daily service, food presentation and operational standards.
• Resolve escalated guest issues and improve restaurant service quality.
• Control budgets, food and labour costs, profit-and-loss reporting and operational performance.
• Recruit, supervise, train and appraise restaurant managers, kitchen, bar and service teams.
• Lead stock audits, procurement, supplier discussions and waste reduction.
• Maintain effective food rotation, equipment readiness, workplace hygiene and food-safety standards.
• Coordinate site management with senior leadership and drive improvements across operations.

Requirements

• B.Sc. or HND in Hospitality, Business Administration, Marketing or a related discipline; applicants with ND/NCE and extensive restaurant leadership experience may also be considered.
• At least five years’ progressive management experience in restaurants or wider hospitality operations.
• Applicants aged 35–50 years.
• Strong P&L knowledge, operational planning, staff leadership and conflict-resolution skills.
• Competence with restaurant POS, Excel and inventory software.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays; culinary training is advantageous.

Pay and benefits

Monthly salary: ₦280,000–₦350,000. Paid leave, HMO plan, duty meals, welcome bonus and sales bonus are offered.