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Kitchen Supervisor

JobMag Limited


Job Location:

Lagos - Nigeria

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 1-3years
Posted: 6 August 2026 (28 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Posting Title: Kitchen Supervisor
Industry: Restaurant/Food Services
Salary: Negotiable
Work Experience: 23 years

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Summary
The Kitchen Supervisor plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of the kitchen within a fast-paced restaurant environment. This position is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen activities maintaining food quality and consistency and leading a team of culinary staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary expertise leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of kitchen safety sanitation and inventory management. As a key member of the restaurants management team the Kitchen Supervisor ensures compliance with health regulations supports menu execution and contributes to cost control through efficient resource utilization. This role is essential in upholding the restaurants standards and reputation for excellence in food preparation and service.

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Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations including meal preparation plating and service coordination.
  • Supervise and mentor kitchen staff including chefs line cooks and kitchen assistants ensuring adherence to recipes presentation standards and safety protocols.
  • Monitor food quality consistency and portion control across all dishes prepared.
  • Conduct regular inventory checks and manage stock levels to minimize waste and prevent shortages.
  • Prepare and submit daily weekly and monthly reports on kitchen performance expenses and inventory usage.
  • Ensure compliance with all health safety and sanitation regulations set by local authorities and company policies.
  • Collaborate with the Head Chef and restaurant management to develop and implement menu changes seasonal offerings and special events.
  • Maintain equipment in optimal working condition through routine inspections and coordinate repairs as needed.
  • Lead staff training sessions on new recipes safety procedures and operational best practices.
  • Address and resolve kitchen-related issues promptly including staff conflicts equipment malfunctions and customer complaints.
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Requirements
Requirements:
  • Proven experience of 23 years in a kitchen supervision or leadership role within a restaurant or food service environment.
  • Strong culinary skills with a solid foundation in various cooking techniques including grilling sautéing baking and plating.
  • Demonstrated expertise in kitchen management including workflow optimization staff scheduling and time management.
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety standards sanitation practices and HACCP principles.
  • Proficiency in inventory management cost control and waste reduction strategies.
  • Excellent communication leadership and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Familiarity with kitchen equipment and technology including POS systems and inventory tracking software.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification or formal training is highly advantageous.

Benefits
Negotiable


Required Skills:

Inventory


Required Education:

Bsc