Industrial Kitchen Manager

7 days ago


Durban, South Africa The HR Company Full time

Key Functions:Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily production runs to meet output targets and align with the Facility Production planMonitor and drive kitchen productivity, ensuring efficient use of labour and resourcesEnforce strict compliance with timekeeping and production schedulesEnsure consistent preparation and portioning of all recipes according to standard operating proceduresOversee the implementation and adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, FSSC 22000, etc.)Conduct regular checks to ensure hygiene, temperature control, storage, and allergen protocols are metCollaborate with the Quality Assurance team to resolve any product quality issuesEnsure consistent quality and presentation across all product batchesLead, supervise, and develop a team of 20 kitchen staffConduct performance reviews, identify training needs, and implement skills development plansPromote a culture of discipline, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvementMonitor and report on key production metrics (yield, output, waste, downtime, etc.)Implement corrective actions when production targets or quality standards are not metMaintain accurate batch production records and inventory logsCollaborate with the R&D or Product Development team to test new recipes and scale-up production trialsProvide practical feedback on ingredient functionality, process adjustments, and cost-saving opportunitiesEnsure new product rollouts are integrated seamlessly into production processesKey Requirements:Grade 12 (Matric) with relevant tertiary qualification in Food Technology, Industrial Catering Management, Culinary Arts, or Production ManagementMinimum 5 years experience in a similar role within an industrial kitchen or frozen food manufacturing environmentKnowledge of HACCP / FSSC22000 and food safety certificationExperience with automated or semi-automated production systems is an advantageBasic computer literacy (Excel, email, production software)



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