Senior Kitchen Manager

2 weeks ago

Western Cape, South Africa Spur Corporation Full time

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled **Senior Kitchen Manager** to oversee and manage all aspects of back-of-house operations within our restaurant.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain a strong presence on the floor, especially in grill and food preparation areas.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times.

**Meat Handling & Food Preparation**
- Expertly manage meat handling, portioning, cutting, and storage to ensure product quality and minimize wastage.
- Supervise preparation methods to maintain consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.

**Cost & Inventory Control**
- Implement and monitor food cost controls to achieve targeted profitability.
- Manage purchasing and supplier relationships, ensuring quality and cost efficiency.
- Oversee stock control processes including ordering, receiving, storage, and regular stock counts.

**Staff & Labour Management**
- Prepare and manage kitchen staff schedules to align labour costs with operational needs.
- Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold standards of performance, discipline, and productivity.
- Foster a positive working environment, promoting teamwork and accountability.

**Quality Assurance**
- Ensure consistency of menu items in accordance with brand standards.
- Monitor kitchen performance metrics, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver seamless service and exceptional guest experiences.

**Minimum Requirements**
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification.
- **3+ years of proven experience** in a restaurant or grill room environment, with at least 2 years in a senior supervisory or management role.
- Fully proficient in **meat handling, cutting, and preparation**.
- Strong knowledge of **food cost controls, purchasing principles, and labour scheduling**.
- Sound understanding of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene standards.
- Computer literate with experience in stock and scheduling systems.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualification in **Hospitality or Hotel Management** (advantageous).
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

**Core Competencies**
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Analytical and detail-oriented with a focus on cost control.
- Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-driven.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and resilience.
- Passion for food, quality, and operational excellence.

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