Industrial Kitchen Supervisor (Hands-On Manager)

Job Description

Job Description

*Job Description:*

The Industrial Kitchen Supervisor is a *Hands-On Manager* responsible for overseeing and actively participating in the operations of an industrial kitchen focused on producing lunches and bakery products for key clients. This role requires a balance of strategic leadership and operational execution, ensuring quality, efficiency, and profitability while driving new ideas and culinary proposals.

*Key Responsibilities:*

1.⁠ ⁠*Operational Management and Active Participation:*
- Supervise and work directly in daily production operations, leading by example and ensuring adherence to quality, hygiene, and food safety standards.
- Ensure production and delivery timelines are efficient and meet client requirements.
- Coordinate task and resource allocation within the team to maximize productivity.

2.⁠ ⁠*Innovation and Menu Development:*
- Propose and develop new menu ideas and products tailored to market trends and key client needs.
- Evaluate and adjust recipes to optimize costs, quality, and production processes.
- Stay updated on culinary trends to offer innovative and differentiated proposals.

3.⁠ ⁠*Resource and Budget Management:*
- Control production costs, including raw materials, labor, and inventory, to ensure profitability.
- Oversee the management of supplies, ensuring efficient procurement aligned with operational needs.
- Maintain accurate records of costs, inventory, and production, identifying improvement opportunities.

4.⁠ ⁠*Team Leadership and Development:*
- Act as a practical and motivating leader, training and developing the kitchen team through continuous education and guidance.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes achieving operational and strategic goals.
- Evaluate team performance and set clear goals for individual and collective development.

5.⁠ ⁠*Regulatory Compliance:*
- Ensure compliance with all applicable hygiene, safety, and labor regulations in the industrial kitchen environment.
- Oversee internal and external audits to maintain optimal operational standards.

*Job Requirements:*

1.⁠ ⁠*Education and Experience:*
- Degree in Culinary Arts, Business Administration, Nutrition, or related fields. (Preferred)
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in supervising industrial or high-volume kitchens.

2.⁠ ⁠*Technical Skills:*
- Experience in menu design, production planning, and culinary techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of cost management, budgeting, and financial analysis in the culinary field.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and software tools.

3.⁠ ⁠*Soft Skills:*
- Hands-on leadership ability and decision-making under pressure.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive attitude and creativity to propose improvements and innovations.

4.⁠ ⁠*Languages:*
- Bilingual: Proficiency in *English and Spanish* is required to communicate effectively with diverse teams and clients.

5.⁠ ⁠*Other Requirements:*
- Availability to work flexible schedules and adapt to client and production needs.

*We Offer:*
•⁠ ⁠Competitive salary based on experience.
•⁠ ⁠Dynamic and professional environment with growth opportunities.

Company DescriptionCarmela Gourmet Toast and Coffee Bar is a casual-dining/coffee bar, consisting of nine locations (and growing) in Broward and Palm Beach Counties in South Florida. Our full menu boasts an assortment of gourmet toasts, juices, sandwiches, and fresh salads complemented with our premium Costa Rican Coffee beans harvested at our El Cuminate Farm. Our stores offer an inviting atmosphere where our patrons find themselves “at home, away from home”.

At Carmela, we pride ourselves in service and entertainment, knitted harmoniously with exceptional food, to create a business model that promotes loyalty and customer satisfaction.

The goal of the Carmela Brand is to position itself at the level of other notable specialty restaurants in the Southeast region of the United States. Through a franchise relationship with Carmela, we aim to offer new opportunities for long term business expansions.

Company Description

Carmela Gourmet Toast and Coffee Bar is a casual-dining/coffee bar, consisting of nine locations (and growing) in Broward and Palm Beach Counties in South Florida. Our full menu boasts an assortment of gourmet toasts, juices, sandwiches, and fresh salads complemented with our premium Costa Rican Coffee beans harvested at our El Cuminate Farm. Our stores offer an inviting atmosphere where our patrons find themselves “at home, away from home”. \r\n\r\nAt Carmela, we pride ourselves in service and entertainment, knitted harmoniously with exceptional food, to create a business model that promotes loyalty and customer satisfaction. \r\n\r\nThe goal of the Carmela Brand is to position itself at the level of other notable specialty restaurants in the Southeast region of the United States. Through a franchise relationship with Carmela, we aim to offer new opportunities for long term business expansions.