Jefe de Cocina – Encargado de Cocina

About the role

The Kitchen Manager will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring staff coordination, proper handling of supplies, inventory control, and procurement while maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and organization.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff activities.
• Assign tasks and monitor completion of assigned duties.
• Oversee food preparation and dispatch.
• Manage purchasing and product requirements.
• Control inventory, track entries and exits, and ensure product availability.
• Verify receipt and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Monitor material consumption and minimize waste.
• Maintain order, cleanliness, and hygiene in kitchen areas.
• Report incidents, supply needs, and personnel-related situations.
• Ensure smooth daily kitchen operations.

Required profile

• University degree.
• 1 to 2 years of experience supervising kitchen staff and operations.
• Knowledge of purchasing, inventory management, and supply control.
• Basic proficiency in Excel and report preparation.
• Strong verbal communication.
• Leadership ability and team‑directing skills.
• Organized, responsible, and capable of problem solving.
• Ability to work under pressure with a results‑oriented mindset.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel (basic level)