Ongoing recruitment at Food Merchants International Investments Limited (Chicken Cottage)

Food Merchants International Investments Ltd owns the Nigerian franchise for the UK fast-casual restaurant brand "Chicken Cottage". Chicken Cottage Nigeria will be a choice for the middle and upper class in Nigeria. We are aiming to create the number one chicken restaurant chain in Nigeria and will have up to several outlets open in 2017 in Abuja and other strategically important locations. There are plans to set up Local brands over the next decade to fully compete with the multi-national brands. Chicken Cottage Nigeria seeks passionate, high spirited and trustworthy applicants who can speak and write English fluently to fill the vacant job positions below: Job Title: Accountant Locations: Abuja and Yola Requirements

• Advanced University Degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Economics and professional certification in accounting will be an asset.
• 5-8 years’experience in the field; preferably QSR (Quick service restaurant).
• Proficiency in Excel; ERPs SAP is an advantage High Integrity, utmost confidentiality level
• Good analytical skills
• Good financial reporting practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to summarize and present complex financial data in an organized, concise manner
• Independent, mature, self-starter and possesses positive attitude

• University Degree (Economics, Accounting or Business Administration) for a Supply Chain Manager.
• Five years supply chain experience in the quick service restaurant industry; managing and negotiating with suppliers, inventory management, logistics, imports handling, local and offshore procurement, warehousing and staff management. Outstanding communication, management and Leadership Skills required.

• Abilities to work on daily shift base.
• Minimum of 5 O' level credit with Minimum Credit grade in Mathematics and English /OND or other Similar qualification.
• Understand Basic Mathematical Mensuration and Conversions (Kilograms to grams). No prior experience required.
• Age required 18-25years

• A minimum of two years working experience as a manager in the quick service restaurant industry.
• Minimum of Second class lower in B.Sc/ Upper credit in HND or its equivalent.
• Willingness to work shifts with 2-3 years experience in a quick service restaurant.
• Candidates are required to posses a valid Nigerian passport

• Minimum of Second class lower in BSc/ Upper credit in HND or its equivalent.
• Willingness to work shifts with 1-2 years experience in a quick service restaurant.
• Availability to travel between Abuja and Yola.

• A Minimum of a Ordinary Diploma or NCE qualification.
• Willingness to work in shifts.
• Experience in QSR business will be an advantage

• B.Sc. Food Science/ Technology, Biochemistry or other related courses with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a related industry and ISO practices and implementation.
• Experience and network within NAFDAC, SON, State and Federal Environmental Agencies, State Ministry of Health, Federal Ministry of Commerce - Weights and Measures Dept.

• 3 years experience in the field and high analytical skills including; Proficiency in Excel and SAP, Warehousing and stock control methods and procedures, methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials, Warehouse operations, procedures, equipment and terminology, Space utilization and inventory techniques, proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies, record keeping techniques.

• Minimum Diploma in IT/Engineering with an interest and aptitude to work in the IT department.
• B.Sc/HND and Professional certification will be added advantage.
• Knowledge on Computer hardware, software systemsand programs, excellent LAN, MAN and WAN management, Computer networks, network administration and network installation, Computer troubleshooting, Computer viruses and security, E-mail and Internet programs, Ability to install and administer computer hardware, Analytical and problem solving skills, Effective verbal, presentation and listening communications skills and Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet, word-processing, graphic.
• Previous experience in QSR/Hotels is required.

• Technical Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with five years hands-on experience in a quick service restaurant or Restaurant Equipment Engineering Outfits.
• Vast experience in Henny penny machines,Taylor machines, Ovens, HVAC basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to cmmunicate well in English Language (Spoken! Written).
• Vast in Microsoft packages especially in Excel and Access. Strong Inventory Skill will be required.

• Relevant University Degree.
• Minimum of 2 years generalist experience and Talent Mana gement,Talent Development, Change Management, Employee Relations, Compensation, Recruitment.
• Experience working in the Professional Services industry advantage

• Abilities to work on daily shift base.
• Minimum of 5 O' level credit with Minimum Credit grade in Mathematics and English /OND or other Similar qualification.
• Understand Basic Mathematical Mensuration and Conversions (Kilograms to grams). No prior experience required.
• Age required 18-25years

• Abilities to work on daily shift base.
• Minimum of 5 O' level credit with Minimum Credit grade in Mathematics and English /OND or other Similar qualification.
• Understand Basic Mathematical Mensuration and Conversions (Kilograms to grams). No prior experience required.
• Age required 18-25years

• Candidates must specify in the subject of the application email the position and the location they are applying for. Example: "Accountant - Yola"
• Candidates must be residents of the city they are applying for or must be willing to move to such city on their own expenses.