Industrial Engineer

Pedros Chicken Newlands East, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time Remote Closes 12 Oct 2026 · 2 days left

Newlands East, KwaZulu-Natal Full-time Remote Closes 12 Oct 2026

This job is for an Industrial Engineer at Pedros Chicken, a well-known quick-service restaurant company. You will be based in Newlands East, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on improving restaurant operations by making processes faster, reducing waste, and ensuring smooth operations. Your work will enhance customer service while controlling costs.

Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze restaurant, kitchen, and service processes to identify efficiency improvements.
- Optimize staff scheduling and workflows to meet customer demand.
- Lead projects to redesign layouts, improve equipment use, and reduce waste.
- Collect and analyze operational data (e.g., service times, waste metrics) to drive decisions.
- Train restaurant teams on new processes and ensure adoption.

Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience as an Industrial Engineer, preferably in restaurants, retail, or hospitality.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field (NQF Level 7).
- Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and project management.
- Proficiency in data tools (Excel, Power BI) and understanding of health/safety standards.
- Own vehicle and valid driver’s license for travel across South Africa.

Benefits:
- Permanent position with growth opportunities.
- Impactful role in improving restaurant operations.
- Travel across South Africa as part of the job.