Assistant Kitchen Manager
Core
Support the Kitchen Manager in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-standard operations for the Food & Beverage team at a luxury lodge, focusing on cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and team leadership.
Role type
Assistant Kitchen Manager (Stewarding/Operations)
Builds
Clean, safe, and compliant dining and kitchen environments for hotel guests
Domain
Luxury Hospitality / Food & Beverage Operations
Required skills
Team leadership and coaching, Inventory management, Health and safety compliance, Chemical handling and WHMIS training, Recruitment and scheduling support, Physical stamina for lifting and standing
Preferred skills
Hospitality Management Diploma or Degree, Valid driver's license (Class 5)
Technologies
WHMIS legislation compliance tools
Responsibilities
Lead, teach, coach, and inspire a team of supervisors and staff; Conduct daily inspections of F&B areas and kitchens for cleanliness and health code compliance; Perform semi-annual and periodic inventories for stock and resources; Ensure correct ordering and usage of chemicals with appropriate training; Assist with recruitment, orientation, training, and scheduling of colleagues; Maintain high service levels under pressure.