Kitchen Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff (chefs, cooks, helpers)
  • Ensure food preparation meets quality, taste, and presentation standards
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate ordering of supplies
  • Enforce food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP standards)
  • Train new kitchen staff and provide ongoing coaching
  • Schedule shifts and manage staff attendance
  • Assist in menu planning and recipe standardization
  • Handle customer feedback related to food quality
  • Ensure proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment
  • Control food costs and minimize waste

Education & Experience

  • Diploma or certification
  • 2–5 years of kitchen experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role

Skills

  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
  • Time management and multitasking skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic inventory and cost control knowledge
  • Communication and interpersonal skills

Other Requirements

  • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
  • Physically fit (standing for long hours, lifting supplies)
  • Familiarity with kitchen equipment and procedures

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