Head of Kitchen Operations

Position Overview

King Fisher Africa Limited is seeking a Head of Kitchen Operations to coordinate and supervise restaurant kitchen staff in accordance with food safety standards. This role is responsible for hiring, training, and scheduling kitchen personnel, performing quality control on all food leaving the kitchen, and managing inventory to meet operational demands.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to ensure all necessary ingredients are stocked and available for service
• Hire new kitchen staff and provide comprehensive training to facilitate quick acclimation
• Streamline kitchen processes to maintain prompt service times and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop and maintain the restaurant menu
• Establish and enforce regular cleaning standards for the kitchen and verify staff compliance with sanitation levels
• Create and manage schedules for all kitchen staff
• Track kitchen finances to identify areas of potential waste and cost optimization

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or in a similar role
• Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends

Required Skills

• Food Safety Certification
• Inventory Management
• Team Leadership
• Staff Training
• Menu Planning

Location

Lagos, Nigeria