Food Production Manager

The Production Manager will be in charge of the overall operations for the central kitchen and assist with distribution of stock to all 22 stores located in Gauteng. The successful incumbents' goal will be to ensure that the central kitchen runs smoothly and complies with all health and safety regulations, including duties such as ordering food items from suppliers, preparing of recipes, managing the production at the central kitchen and monitoring staff.Responsibilities (not limited too):Manage kitchen and production staff and coordinate food orders for storesSupervise production and food prep as well as cookingCheck food weighing and portioning Establish portion sizes and packaging Schedule kitchen staff shiftsPrice items in collaboration with the Distribution Manager and General Manager Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as neededTrain kitchen staff on prep work and food weighing, portioning and packaging Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)Keep weekly and monthly cost reportsMaintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food ordersSupervising production and cookingChecking food temperatureMaintain a fully-stocked kitchen inventory Comply with safety and cleanliness standardsRequirements and skills required for the position: Proven work experience for a minimum of 4 years as a Production Manager in the restaurant industry or within a restaurant central kitchen or food industryHands-on experience with planning menus/recipes and ordering food itemsKnowledge of a wide range of recipesFamiliarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulationsExcellent organizational skillsConflict management abilitiesAbility to manage a team in a fast-paced work environmentFlexibility to work during evenings and weekendsQualification in Culinary Arts / Degree in Restaurant or Kitchen Management will be an advantage#J-18808-Ljbffr