KITCHEN MANAGER
Job Summary
Oversee and optimize daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food production, maintain quality standards, and comply with food safety regulations. Lead and develop kitchen staff while managing inventory, costs, and cross-team coordination for timely order fulfillment.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily kitchen operations to achieve efficient and consistent food production
- Develop and implement production schedules and allocate manpower to meet operational demands
- Supervise, train, and evaluate kitchen staff to enhance productivity and maintain performance standards
- Ensure strict compliance with SFA regulations, food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards
- Monitor food quality, portion control, and consistency to uphold company standards
- Oversee inventory management, stock ordering, supplier coordination, and cost control to optimize resources
- Maintain and ensure safe operation of kitchen equipment through regular checks and preventive maintenance
- Collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
- Track kitchen expenses, minimize food wastage, and implement measures to improve operational efficiency
- Prepare detailed operational reports and perform additional duties as assigned by Management
Required competencies and certifications
- Demonstrated leadership skills to effectively manage and develop kitchen staff
- Strong organizational skills to plan and coordinate production schedules and resources
- Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers
- In-depth knowledge of food safety, hygiene and SFA regulatory requirements
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities