Sr. Kitchen Operations Manager, Bangalore

Company Description Gourmet Garden is a provider of contamination-free, naturoponically grown vegetables, organic vegetables, and high-quality fresh fruits directly to customers' doorsteps. Operating in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, we are expanding to new geographies soon. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Sr. Kitchen Operations Manager in the Bangalore location at Gourmet Garden. The Sr. Kitchen Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations of vegetables & fruits cuts section, managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and safety standards, inventory management, and developing operational strategies to optimize efficiency. Roles and Responsibilities of Senior Manager Central Operations Broadly, the role will comprise of 3 main areas of focus (not exhaustive) 1) Owning Kitchen and perishable non-F&V category expansion: a) This comprises the cuts range, and future juices, pulps, semi-processed range of F&V, and also comprises breads and cheese. b) The stream would entail operational excellence and sourcing optimization for these offerings- improving operational processes, mechanization, talent acquisition and development, and customer interfacing. 2) Building B2B & Horeca pipeline of customers: a) This would entail prospecting, engaging, qualifying, and converting customers who are corporate kitchens, food service providers, Horeca partners among others. b) Sales and gross margins from customers shall be key KPIs. 3) Assisting in priority operations initiatives: Qualifications Experience in Kitchen Operations Management and Staff Management Knowledge of Food Safety and Quality Standards Strong Inventory Management Skills Excellent Communication and Leadership Skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or related field Show more Show less