Kitchen Manager

Job summary

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations ensuring food quality maintaining hygiene standards managing staff performance controlling food costs and supporting efficient service delivery. This role ensures consistency productivity and compliance with operational standards while leading the kitchen team effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Supervise daily kitchen operations across all stations
  
• Ensure consistency in food quality taste and presentation
  
• Coordinate preparation for peak service periods
  
• Maintain kitchen workflow efficiency
  
• Monitor portion control and plating standards
  

Team Leadership

• Supervise chefs cooks and kitchen assistants
  
• Train new kitchen staff on recipes and procedures
  
• Schedule shifts and manage staffing levels
  
• Conduct performance evaluations
  
• Enforce discipline and teamwork standards
  

Food Safety & Hygiene

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations

• Maintain proper storage labeling and stock rotation (FIFO)
  
• Monitor cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas
  
• Conduct routine hygiene inspections
  

Inventory & Cost Control

• Monitor stock levels and reduce wastage
  
• Manage ordering and supplier coordination
  
• Control food cost percentages
  
• Track usage of ingredients and kitchen supplies
  

Menu Execution

• Ensure recipes are followed accurately
  
• Support menu updates and testing
  
• Maintain preparation standards across stations
  
• Assist with special promotions or seasonal dishes
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Food quality consistency
  
• Food cost control targets
  
• Staff productivity and retention
  
• Speed of service during peak periods
  
• Kitchen hygiene compliance scores
  
• Waste reduction performance
  

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Operations Manager / Executive Chef / Restaurant Manager
  
• Supervises: Line cooks prep cooks stewards kitchen assistants
  

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced kitchen environment
  
• Shift-based schedule (including weekends and holidays)
  
• Prolonged standing periods
  
• Exposure to heat and kitchen equipment
  

Location: Accra

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef
  
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills
  
• Experience managing inventory and kitchen costs
  
• Knowledge of food safety systems and sanitation standards
  
• Ability to manage high-volume service environments
  
• Strong organizational and communication skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fast-casual or multi-concept kitchens
  
• Knowledge of kitchen scheduling systems
  
• Ability to train junior kitchen staff
  
• Experience working with delivery-focused operations
  

Benefits