Kitchen Manager

Overview

The Kitchen Manager role requires overseeing all back-end kitchen activities for a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and cloud kitchen. This position includes responsibility for staff management, maintaining food quality and safety, controlling inventory and food costs, and ensuring kitchen operations meet company standards efficiently.

Key Duties

• Lead and supervise kitchen personnel across all shifts.
• Ensure food preparation aligns with company recipes, quality benchmarks, and portion guidelines.
• Uphold rigorous food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards as per local legislation.
• Monitor kitchen workflow to guarantee prompt order completion.
• Manage inventory levels and place orders for food and kitchen supplies appropriately.
• Implement measures to reduce food wastage and manage food cost effectively.
• Provide training, guidance, and performance reviews to kitchen staff regarding procedures and safety measures.
• Organize staff schedules and allocate tasks efficiently.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean, functional, and well-maintained.
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to facilitate smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
• Address and resolve kitchen-related customer complaints professionally and promptly.
• Keep accurate documentation including inventory, temperature, cleaning logs, and safety checks.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent; hospitality or food production diploma/degree preferred.
• Experience: 2 to 3 years in a QSR or restaurant kitchen with supervisory responsibility.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and sanitation procedures.
• Strong leadership, team coordination, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving aptitude.
• Capacity to perform effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure scenarios.

Compensation

The monthly salary ranges between 20000 and 25000 INR.