This is a full-time position based in Jakarta, where you will oversee the central kitchen operations that supply quality meals to multiple outlets. As Central Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring consistent food quality, maintaining health and safety standards, optimising kitchen efficiency, and managing a team of kitchen staff. This role is crucial to our success, as you will directly impact the quality of service delivered across all our FnB outlets.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee daily central kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely preparation of meals for all outlets
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards in compliance with local health regulations
- Manage inventory control, food storage, and stock rotation to minimise waste and ensure freshness
- Plan menus and coordinate food production schedules across multiple outlets
- Supervise, train and motivate kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks and support personnel
- Monitor food quality and consistency across all prepared dishes before distribution to outlets
- Manage kitchen equipment maintenance and ensure all appliances are in proper working condition
- Control food costs and prepare budget reports to achieve profitability targets
- Liaise with outlet managers to understand demand and adjust production accordingly
- Implement and enforce standard operating procedures and best practices throughout the kitchen
- Handle supplier relationships and negotiate pricing for ingredients and supplies
What we're looking for
- Minimum 5-10 years' experience managing a central kitchen or large-scale food production facility
- Proven experience in multi-outlet FnB operations or catering services
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP principles
- Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
- Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
- Strong understanding of food quality standards and culinary techniques
- Experience with kitchen management software and basic computer literacy
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication skills in Indonesian and English (preferred)
- Relevant certification in food safety or culinary management is advantageous
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
What we offer
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
- Full-time employment with job security
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within our growing organization
- Health and wellness benefits
- Supportive work environment with a focus on operational excellence
- Staff meal allowance and other employment benefits