Job Description: Kitchen Supervisor
Supervise a specific section of the kitchen and report to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef. Responsible for daily food preparation and duties to meet set standards and qualities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes within the designated section and specialty.
- Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in improving and creating pastries and menus.
- Ensure the work section is kept clean and orderly.
- Help in menu design and preparation for the designated section.
- Assist in planning and directing dish preparation when necessary.
- Handle daily food preparation and duties assigned by superiors to meet standards and quality.
- Follow instructions from superiors to complete daily tasks.
- Coordinate daily tasks with the Sous Chef.
- Supervise junior chefs or commis.
- Estimate daily production needs and check the quality of raw and cooked food products.
- Ensure high standards in food production, preparation, and presentation.
- Maintain guest satisfaction, quality, and control food costs.
- Adhere to standard procedures and policies regarding food handling, storage, and sanitation.
- Have comprehensive knowledge of all menu items, recipes, and presentation standards.
- Follow proper food preservation standards.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting malfunctions.
- Promote effective communication and a friendly working environment.
- Establish effective inter-departmental relationships.
- Maintain knowledge of menu creation, quality standards, and cost control.
- Ensure hygiene, safety, and proper use of equipment and utensils.
- Produce work within deadlines and assist others in doing so.
- Check expiry dates and proper storage of food items.
- Monitor quality control and adhere to service standards.
- Ensure workstations are cleaned and sanitized according to health standards.
- Report broken equipment.
- Monitor supplies, assist with recipe costing, and inventory control.
- Enforce sanitation and safety regulations.
- Fill in for the Sous Chef in planning and directing food preparation when needed.
- Resolve issues promptly and effectively.
- Train kitchen staff and managers.
- Create work schedules.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of food items, outlets, services, and hours.
- Identify items nearing expiry or stock depletion.
- Maintain high standards and stay updated with new products and techniques.
- Coordinate with other sections on cleanliness, wastage, and cost control.
Occasional Responsibilities
- Attend to guest requests and concerns politely.
- Remind staff to attend food safety and work safety training.
- Assist in staff performance assessment.
- Maintain standards required by authorities and management.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Culinary degree or certification.
- 2-3 years of relevant experience.
- Proven track record in food preparation and kitchen maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of cooking methods, equipment, and best practices.
- Teamwork-oriented with leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary is negotiable. Work location: Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Medical and housing facilities provided. Applicants near Madinah City are encouraged to apply.