Mess Manager

Job Title: Mess Supervisor – Hostel & Canteen Operations

Employer: Delhi Delight

Location: Delhi NCR (Multiple Hostel/Campus Sites)

Salary Range: ₹25,000 – ₹30,000/month

Work Type: Full-time | 6 Days a Week | On-site

Job Overview

We are looking for a reliable and disciplined Mess Supervisor to manage the daily operations of hostel/canteen kitchens operated by Delhi Delight. This role involves supervising kitchen and service staff, ensuring meal quality and hygiene standards, monitoring inventory, and reporting daily performance.

You will play a critical role in ensuring smooth meal service for hundreds of students and faculty, while maintaining cleanliness, discipline, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

A. Daily Kitchen & Service Supervision

• Ensure timely preparation and distribution of meals (breakfast, lunch, evening tea, dinner)
• Supervise kitchen staff, counter boys, and utensil cleaning staff
• Conduct daily team briefing and assign responsibilities
• Address immediate issues with food quality, cleanliness, or student feedback

B. Meal Hygiene & Quality Control

• Conduct taste checks and ensure food presentation standards
• Monitor hygiene of kitchen area, storage, service counters, and staff uniforms
• Coordinate with warden/hostel authorities for feedback and meal timing compliance

C. Inventory & Stock Management

• Maintain daily usage and balance records of raw materials
• Prevent wastage and leakage through routine stock checks
• Inform procurement team or head chef regarding shortages in advance

D. Documentation & Reporting

• Submit daily report to company leadership (via WhatsApp/Email) with:
• Headcount served
• Meal feedback
• Staff attendance
• Leftover summary
• Maintain digital or manual checklists for cleaning, hygiene, and inventory

E. Staff Conduct & Performance Tracking

• Maintain discipline and professionalism among all staff
• Track monthly performance of each team member for reward eligibility
• Ensure proper onboarding of new staff as per SOPs

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience supervising mess/canteen/kitchen operations
• Strong leadership and coordination skills
• Basic knowledge of Excel or digital record-keeping
• Willingness to work in hostel/campus-based environments
• Hindi communication required; basic English preferred

Benefits

• Growth opportunity with a rapidly expanding food services company
• Training support and professional work environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Experience:

• Food handling: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person