Supervisor

Jamal's Chicken SDSU; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamal's Chicken SDSU is seeking a Unit Supervisor to lead both the kitchen and Front of House teams in a vibrant campus restaurant environment. You will supervise, train, and motivate staff to maintain high standards of food quality and guest service.

This role offers opportunities for career progression to AGM/GM levels and requires strong leadership, organization, and a passion for handmade dishes in a student-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to foster teamwork.
• Enthusiasm for hand-made, made-to-order food and creative new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen and Front of House teams to ensure high performance.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen operations to optimize productivity and streamline workflows.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Mentor and train staff to uphold restaurant standards and identify leadership candidates.
• Oversee Front of House to ensure guest experience and customer service is exceptional.
• Create and manage prep schedules to ensure optimal coverage for pars and usage.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Hospitality

Job description

Unit Supervisor

Campus Restaurant Operations

This is not just a job; it's the opportunity you've been waiting for! Apply now to become part of an exciting, rewarding, and supportive work environment where your skills and dedication are highly valued. Your dream role is just an application away!

Why This Job is Amazing:

• Flexible Schedule: Enjoy working 32 weeks during the school term with 20 weeks off when school is closed or choose to work up to our corporate training team and help us with new store openings over the summer!

• Top‑Tier Pay: Earn a competitive salary with lucrative bonuses.

• Engaging Environment: Lead in a vibrant, student‑focused atmosphere at our authentic fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant.

• Career Advancement: Grow your career with opportunities to advance to Assistant General Manager (AGM), General Manager (GM), or Corporate Trainer.

Your Role:

• Leadership: Supervise and motivate the kitchen team and Front of House team to ensure high performance.

• Quality Control: Maintain food quality and presentation standards.

• Efficiency: Manage kitchen operations to optimize productivity and streamline workflows.

• Safety Standards: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Training and Development: Mentor and train staff to uphold restaurant standards and identify potential candidates for leadership roles.

• Hospitality: Oversee Front of House team to ensure guest experience and customer service is awesome.

• Prep Scheduling: Create and manage prep schedules to ensure optimal coverage for pars and usage.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced Leader: Proven supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.

• Organized and Efficient: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Team Player: Strong communication and leadership skills to foster teamwork.

• Passion for Cuisine: Enthusiasm for hand‑made, made‑to‑order food and creative new ideas.

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