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Kitchen Manager - Gutvana
Gutvana is a nutrition-focused, gut-friendly meal subscription brand committed to delivering healthy, flavorful, and balanced meals directly to customers’ doorsteps. We are looking for an experienced and operationally strong Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations, team coordination, inventory control, and production efficiency.
Position Details
Role: Kitchen Manager
Location: Chennai
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry Preference: Cloud Kitchen / Restaurant / Food Manufacturing / Catering
Compensation: Salary + Performance-Based Incentives
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations Management
Oversee end-to-end kitchen operations to ensure smooth daily functioning.
Ensure timely food preparation, dispatch coordination, and operational efficiency.
Maintain hygiene, food safety, and quality standards across kitchen operations.
Staff Deployment & Team Management
Plan and manage effective staff deployment based on operational requirements.
Monitor workforce productivity and optimize manpower allocation during peak and non-peak hours.
Handle staff scheduling, attendance, discipline, and shift management.
Coordinate staff hiring and onboarding for kitchen operations.
PRP (Pre-Rush Preparation)
Ensure proper pre-rush preparation (PRP) before service hours.
Coordinate preparation timelines to avoid delays during operational peak hours.
Maintain readiness of ingredients, packaging materials, and kitchen stations.
Order Capacity & Operational PlanningMonitor and manage per-hour slot order handling capacity.
Plan kitchen workflow to ensure efficient order execution during high-volume periods.
Coordinate with operations and delivery teams for smooth order fulfillment.
Inventory & Stock ManagementPrepare daily and weekly stock indents based on production forecasts.
Manage inventory stock levels and minimize wastage.
Track inward and outward stock movement systematically.
Ensure proper storage and stock rotation practices.
Food Cost ControlMonitor food cost percentages and implement cost-control measures.
Reduce operational wastage through effective planning and inventory utilization.
Coordinate with procurement and production teams for optimized material usage.
Sales Tracking & Performance MonitoringAnalyze sales trends and forecast production requirements accordingly.
Track product-wise demand trends and coordinate with the manufacturing team for planning.
Generate operational reports related to sales, stock movement, and kitchen efficiency.
Customer Feedback CoordinationCollect and analyze customer feedback related to food quality, packaging, and service.
Share customer insights and operational feedback with the manufacturing and culinary teams.
Support continuous improvement initiatives based on customer preferences and feedback trends.
Mandatory Requirements3–6 years of experience in kitchen operations management within cloud kitchens, restaurants, catering, or food manufacturing industries.
Strong experience in staff management and kitchen operations planning.
Hands-on knowledge of inventory management, food costing, and kitchen process optimization.
Ability to handle high-volume food production operations efficiently.
Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred SkillsExperience in subscription-based food businesses is an added advantage.
Knowledge of operational MIS reporting and sales tracking.
Understanding of hygiene and food safety compliance standards.
Skills Required
Kitchen Operations Management
Staff Deployment & Team Handling
Inventory & Stock Management
Food Cost Control
Operational Planning
Production Coordination
Sales Trend Analysis
Vendor & Procurement Coordination
Customer Feedback Management
Leadership & Communication
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
Performance-based incentives
Opportunity to work with a fast-growing wellness-focused food brand
Career growth and leadership opportunities
Dynamic and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Contact: 9150024232
Email: sowmya@zestymonk.com
Website: https://www.gutvana.in/
Join us in building healthier lifestyles through operational excellence and quality food
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