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Operations Manager at The People Practice

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Posted: Mar 30, 2026

Deadline: May 22, 2026

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The People Practice helps startups scale, and accelerate impact by providing bespoke people-centred solutions. The People Practice helps people access employment opportunities by exposing them to relevant knowledge and practical skills.

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Operations Manager

Job Type Full Time

Qualification BA/BSc/HND

Experience 5 - 6 years

Location Lagos

Job Field Project & Program Management  

Our client, a premium culinary, pastry, and events company, is looking to hire an Operations Manager who will own the day-to-day running of the company, ensuring that every production cycle, client delivery, vendor relationship, and internal process performs to the highest standard.

You will work directly with the Managing Director and lead a cross-functional team spanning kitchen production, customer service, logistics, and administration.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads from the front, and is as comfortable on the production floor as they are in a planning meeting. The right candidate is highly organised, proactive, and commercially minded, bringing operational rigour without sacrificing warmth, and understanding that in a premium brand, the details always matter.

Responsibilities

Operations & Production

Oversee end-to-end daily operations across production, fulfilment, and events delivery

Maintain and oversee production schedules and forecasts, accounting for order volumes, seasonal demand, and new product launches

Enforce quality control standards across all products and service touchpoints

Collaborate with the culinary and product development team to maintain consistency during periods of menu or range growth

Lead pre-event briefings and post-event reviews, ensuring continuous improvement

Financial Controls & Reporting

Supervise petty cash, purchase orders, and operational expenditure against approved budgets

Work with the finance function to ensure accurate daily records, reconciliations, and stock counts

Monitor vendor invoices, approve routine payments, and flag discrepancies promptly

Support month-end reporting by providing operational data and variance explanations

People Management

Line-manage kitchen, front-of-house, and logistics team members

Lead onboarding, performance reviews, and day-to-day HR administration in line with company policy

Manage rota planning and shift scheduling to ensure adequate staffing at all times

Build a high-performance, accountable team culture aligned with the company's brand values

Systems & Process

Own and continuously improve the company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all operational areas

Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations at all times, keeping the business audit-ready

Identify operational inefficiencies and drive structured improvement initiatives

Vendor & Supplier Management

Manage relationships with key suppliers, negotiate terms, and oversee procurement processes

Ensure timely sourcing of ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies

Maintain supplier records and ensure all agreements are properly documented

Client Experience

Act as the operational point of

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