Kitchen Supervisor

Bossjob; Makati; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th-month pay

Rice allowance

Transportation allowance

Laundry allowance

Uniform provided

Team-building activities

Job summary

Bossjob is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead day-to-day kitchen operations in a busy cafe. You will oversee food preparation, cooking, plating, and service to ensure timely orders and consistent quality. You will supervise kitchen staff, provide hands-on coaching, and enforce food safety, inventory control, and cost-conscious practices.

Fluent English and willingness to work weekends and shifting schedules are required. Experience in a cafe or restaurant setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least Senior High School graduate; culinary or hospitality education is an advantage.
• Strong leadership and knowledge of food safety, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Fluent in English; willing to work weekends, holidays, and shifting schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Daily Kitchen Operations: Manage food preparation, cooking, plating, and service to ensure smooth workflow, timely order fulfillment, and consistent food quality.
• Lead and Supervise Kitchen Staff: Direct cooks, kitchen helpers, utility staff, and other personnel; assign stations and tasks; monitor performance; provide coaching and training.
• Maintain Food Quality and Safety: Ensure compliance with recipes, portion standards, sanitation requirements, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage Inventory and Cost Control: Monitor stock levels, oversee FIFO/FEFO, control ingredient usage, minimize waste, monitor food costs.
• Handle Staff Scheduling and Deployment: Coordinate staffing and work assignments for daily operations, events, and peak periods.
• Ensure Kitchen Readiness and Compliance: Oversee opening/closing procedures, proper storage, equipment upkeep, and accurate kitchen records.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Inventory Control

Kitchen Operations

Staff Coaching

English Proficiency

Education

Senior High School

Culinary or Hospitality Education (adv)

Job description

Lead the Kitchen. Manage the Team. Deliver Quality.

Are you an experienced kitchen professional ready to take charge of daily kitchen operations and lead a team? We're looking for a hands-on Kitchen Supervisor with strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of food safety, and the ability to maintain efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced café environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Daily Kitchen Operations: Manage food preparation, cooking, plating, and service to ensure smooth workflow, timely order fulfillment, and consistent food quality.
• Lead and Supervise Kitchen Staff: Direct cooks, kitchen helpers, utility staff, and other assigned personnel. Assign stations and tasks, monitor performance, and provide hands-on coaching and training.
• Maintain Food Quality and Safety: Ensure compliance with recipes, portion standards, food handling procedures, sanitation requirements, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Manage Inventory and Cost Control: Monitor stock levels, oversee FIFO/FEFO implementation, control ingredient usage, minimize food waste, and assist in monitoring food costs.
• Handle Staff Scheduling and Deployment: Coordinate staffing and work assignments to support daily operations, events, and peak service periods.
• Ensure Kitchen Readiness and Compliance: Oversee opening and closing procedures, proper storage, equipment and workstation upkeep, and accurate kitchen records and reports.

Qualifications

• At least Senior High School graduate; culinary or hospitality education is an advantage.
• Preferably 2-3 years of experience in a restaurant, café, or commercial kitchen.
• Experience as a Kitchen Supervisor, Lead Cook, Senior Cook, or Chef de Partie is an advantage.
• Strong leadership skills and knowledge of food safety, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Fluent in English and willing to work weekends, holidays, and shifting schedules as needed.

Benefits Include

• Government-mandated benefits and 13th-month pay
• Rice, transportation, and laundry allowances
• Birthday incentives
• Uniform Provided
• Quarterly team-building activities