MANAGEMENT TRAINEE KITCHEN

KABE NO ANA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

KABE NO ANA PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a Kitchen Operations Manager who will lead the kitchen team to ensure quality menu execution and adherence to health and safety standards. The role requires supervising food preparation, managing inventory, and overseeing kitchen cleanliness.

The ideal candidate will have experience in restaurant kitchen management and will be responsible for training staff to maintain high-quality standards while ensuring compliance with operating procedures. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations and inventory management.
• Ability to train and develop staff to high standards.
• Understanding of food cost models and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operation team and manage efficiency.
• Supervise food preparations and maintain quality standards.
• Investigate customer complaints regarding food quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and guidelines.
• Train staff and conduct performance appraisals.

Job description

Menu Execution and Delivery

• Lead the kitchen operation team to prepare and deliver quality menu in accordance with concept offering
• Oversee the implementation of processes and guidelines in Kitchen Operations
• Train and develop kitchen staff in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards
• Position kitchen staff according to operation needs to maximize kitchen efficiencies
• Manage quality and level of kitchen inventory as well as products delivered from suppliers
• Understand food cost models and how these impact the profitability of the restaurant

Kitchen Processes and Concept Development

• Supervise stations to deliver orders in accordance to defined cooking processes, recipes and health & safety standards
• Conduct final check on finished product to ensure that food quality and presentation are in accordance to specifications of the menu
• Manage kitchen inventory levels and quality by placing orders for all food and kitchen supplies based on projected store demand endorsed by chef, and upon delivery, check to ensure quality of delivered supplies
• Provide inventory reports detailing usage & stock level, wastage and product shelf life while considering sales patterns and kitchen storage capacity
• Oversee the setting up and cleaning of stations by staff
• Oversee workflow for stations to ensure that processes adhered to specifications and provide recommendations to improve efficiency

Quality Assurance & Control

• Investigate causes and reasons for customer complaints pertaining to food quality
• Oversee operations to ensure compliance with all safety procedures and guidelines
• Oversee preparation of all food in accordance to SOPs to ensure and maintain consistent food quality
• Oversee overall kitchen cleanliness and sanitary conditions and ensure all kitchen equipment are in good working condition
• Take corrective actions to resolve unsafe and/or non-compliant conditions and behaviors regarding personal and food safety

People Management

• Lead team by providing guidance, support and motivation
• Conduct induction for new hires to provide them with the necessary skills and information to carry out roles and functions
• Train and develop kitchen and kaiten staffs in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards while adhering to SOPs and workplace safety practices
• Carry out team management activities, including but not limited to appraisals, handling disciplinary issues and holding communication sessions in conjunction with immediate supervisor
• Carry out team management conversations with team members, including but not limited to doing appraisals and personal improvement plans in conjunction with immediate supervisor