Kitchen Manager
Dunranch (Pty) Ltd · Pietermaritzburg
Job description
About the role
Are you an experienced hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering excellent service? We are looking for a Kitchen Manager to join our team and take responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of our kitchen.
Key responsibilities
- Manage, lead and motivate the kitchen team.
- Ensure food is prepared according to Spur standards and procedures.
- Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes and presentation.
- Ensure high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
- Manage stock levels, receiving and storage.
- Monitor food costs and minimise wastage.
- Prepare and manage kitchen staff schedules.
- Train and develop kitchen team members.
- Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during busy service periods.
- Complete daily kitchen administration and checks.
- Ensure all company policies, procedures and operational standards are followed.
Required profile
- Previous experience in a Kitchen Manager or similar restaurant management role.
- Experience working in a busy restaurant environment.
- Strong leadership and people‑management skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of stock control, food costs and wastage.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Reliable, energetic and hands‑on.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
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Dunranch (Pty) Ltd
Pietermaritzburg
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