Kitchen Supervisor - 1

Job DetailsJob Location: Calif Chicken Cafe - El Segundo - EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245Pay Range: Starting at $26.00/Hour

Overall Responsibilities

Oversee and supervise all opening/closing back kitchen operations, recipe compliance, back kitchen staff management. Ensure all food products are of the highest & freshest quality. 

Key Areas of Responsibilities

General

Oversee and supervise opening/closing back kitchen staff members to ensure they are in compliance with all restaurant policies, procedures, etc. 
Set inventory pars to maximize freshness and food preparation efficiency
Coordinate with the General Manager any scheduling needs for opening shifts
Know all menu items, ingredients, recipes, food preparation
Use manual or electronic appliances to prep and process food 
Store and label foods according to Health Department regulations and company policy
Read, comprehend, and execute recipes
Coordinate catering orders with supervisors
Stock restaurant supplies
Control food quality and consistency
Oversee and/or place restaurant supplies orders including produce, pita, and chicken orders
Responsible for opening/closing the restaurant, keyholder
Perform restaurant duties: make food tickets, work the chicken station, wrap station, front line, and in the back kitchen when necessary  
Inspect dishwashing areas and that all dishwashers are following dishwashing procedures.
Perform required administrative duties, fill out required back kitchen operations checklists
Inform the General Manager of any broken or damaged equipment
Communicate with upper management on various projects
Make suggestions on how to improve the overall restaurant operation
Travel to training events and/or other restaurant locations
Other duties as assigned

Work Safety, Food Safety, and Planning

Assign, distribute, and coordinate the completion of all food preparation using production schedules
Ensure work safety by ensuring staff members are complying with all safety procedures
Ensure food safety by completing the following tasks: take food temperatures, maintain safe food 
Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary restaurant
Maintain a positive and friendly work environment
Clean and sanitize work area 

Personnel

Report to the General Manager on a frequent basis to discuss back kitchen operations  
Participate in weekly meeting with all Supervisors to keep apprised of restaurant of any issues
Motivate, train, and develop staff members in specific job functions as well as coach and counsel staff members on an ongoing basis 
Responsible for recruiting and interviewing back kitchen applicants
Manage back staff member breaks
Handle & report specified HR related situations 
QualificationsQualifications

High School Diploma required
2+ years of previous work experience in a high-volume quick service restaurant
1+ years of back kitchen and food preparation experience preferred
Must be 21 years of age or older
Experience leading a team
Able to understand and speak basic English
Proficient in the following restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, and restaurant safety
CA ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certified required for opening Kitchen Supervisor only. Closing Kitchen Supervisor is required to uphold a valid CA Food Handlers Card
Able to complete tasks on or before set deadline.
Passionate about food and hospitality
Basic computer knowledge
Possess basic math skills
Able to communicate ideas clearly and effectively
Able to work well with others, set an exemplary example of leadership and respectful communication.
Friendly, upbeat, and cooperative
Must enjoy and succeed in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to transfer to another California Chicken Café location within a 50-mile radius
Fully documented to work in the U.S.

Physical Requirements

Perform duties that require standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, twisting, climbing, lifting/carrying (up to 25 lbs. individually), and moving throughout the restaurant for 8-12 hours per shift, up to 6 shifts per week. Occasional sitting, 1-4hrs/day.

Work Conditions/Hours

Must have the ability to work 40+ hours per week. Hours will vary in accordance with business necessity, including early morning, late evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, noise, steam, and smoke.
Work with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment typical of a restaurant kitchen as well as work with phones, and other office equipment.