Job Description
- To provide supervisory oversight, coordination, and monitoring of workflow activities across all kitchen operations during assigned shifts.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Team Supervision
- Provide guidance to kitchen and production staff to achieve and maintain high standards of quality, service, and cleanliness.
- Maintain smooth workflow by monitoring production steps, setting processing parameters, and observing critical control points and equipment.
- Coach the team on methods to improve efficiency, consistency, and output quality.
- Foster teamwork, positive attitudes, and effective communication among staff.
Safety and Quality Assurance Management
- Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and food safety protocols (including HACCP, GMP, and company standards) during all kitchen operations.
- Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen workspace, equipment, and storage areas to uphold a safe and hygienic environment.
- Enforce quality standards by implementing and monitoring organizational procedures.
- Train team members on proper use of safety gear and emergency response protocols.
- Document and promptly report any deviations in food quality, safety breaches, or operational defects.
Administrative Tasks and Reporting
- Support the training and development of kitchen staff to build capability and compliance.
- Assist in planning and executing shift operations to ensure consistent product quality and timely output.
- Manage attendance, leave records, and address minor disciplinary matters within the team.
- Liaise with the Central Kitchen Supervisor on all operational and personnel issues.
- Monitor and maintain accurate records of inventory (raw materials, packaging, and equipment) and submit daily reports.
- Review daily Sectional Inspection Checklists (SICs) with operatives to ensure accuracy and compliance.