Kitchen Manager at Olman Business Solutions (OBS) Limited

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Brief

• The Kitchen manager is responsible for preparing menus, and monitoring staff and the overall operations of the kitchen area of the restaurant.
• Ensures the kitchen department runs smoothly and complies with safety regulations

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders.
• Oversee the food preparation and cooking process.
• Establish portion sizesn
• Prepare menu in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager
• Streamlining the kitchen and food processes to maintain recipe and prompt service times
• Training kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)
• Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand.
• Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments.
• Schedule work shifts for employees.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized.
• Maintain weekly and monthly cost reports
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
• Ensuring that basic facilities are working properly.

Qualifications / Requirements

• B.Sc. Degree or HND in Hotel and Hospitality Management or Certification from a Culinary School
• A minimum of 4 years relevant work experience.
• Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manageror Head Chef
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications
• Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
• Flexibility to work during evenings and weekends
• In-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills.