Kitchen Manager

seek.com.au; Hobart; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pounds + Ounces in Hobart is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead from the front and own the day-to-day kitchen operations in a busy hospitality setting.

You will manage ordering, stock control, and costs while ensuring top-quality food, presentation and consistency for our customers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar kitchen leadership role.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Passion for fresh, casual food and quality produce.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, develop and motivate a team.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Ability to deliver high volumes of quality food efficiently.
• Experience with ordering, stock control, food costing and kitchen administration.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and food presentation.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Positive, can-do attitude and genuine team spirit.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and motivate a dedicated kitchen team.
• Take ownership of daily kitchen operations in a busy hospitality environment.
• Manage ordering, stock control and food costs.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Be part of a supportive team that values great food and genuine hospitality.
• Enjoy a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

People management

Food safety

Menu planning

Stock control

Vendor relations

Team motivation

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to join the team at Pounds + Ounces in Hobart.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is passionate about great food, thrives in a busy kitchen and knows how to bring out the best in their team. You’ll take ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring everything runs smoothly while maintaining the quality, consistency and freshness our customers expect.

At Pounds + Ounces, we’re all about fresh, delicious food made with quality ingredients. From freshly prepared salads and sandwiches to snacks, catering and daily service, we take pride in delivering great food efficiently without compromising on quality.

Why you’ll love this role

• Lead, develop and motivate a dedicated kitchen team.

• Work with fresh, quality ingredients and food made from scratch.

• Take ownership of daily kitchen operations in a busy hospitality environment.

• Manage ordering, stock control and food costs.

• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.

• Be part of a supportive team that values great food and genuine hospitality.

• Enjoy a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same.

About you

You’re an experienced Kitchen Manager, Chef or Senior Cook who enjoys taking ownership and leading from the front. You're organised, proactive and confident managing a busy kitchen while keeping your team motivated and service running smoothly.

You'll bring:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar kitchen leadership role.

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.

• A genuine passion for fresh, casual food and quality produce.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, develop and motivate a team.

• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

• The ability to deliver high volumes of quality food efficiently.

• Experience with ordering, stock control, food costing and kitchen administration.

• A strong understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures.

• Excellent attention to detail and food presentation.

• A hands-on approach and willingness to jump in wherever needed.

• Strong communication and people skills.

• A positive, can-do attitude and genuine team spirit.

• A current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.