Kitchen Manager - Urgently needed

A busy, well established seafood restaurant in the Cape Peninsula is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to take charge of the kitchen. This is a high volume, seafood focused operation where consistency and standards matter every single service. * Key Responsibilities: - Oversee daily kitchen operations and service flow. - Manage and mentor kitchen staff across all sections. - Handle stock control, ordering and supplier relationships. - Maintain food safety and hygiene compliance at all times. - Control food costs and minimise wastage. - Ensure consistent plating and quality standards. - Manage staff scheduling and rostering. - Work closely with management on menu execution and costing. * What We're Looking For: - Minimum 8 years experience in a professional kitchen, with management experience. - Strong, essential experience working with seafood. - Proven ability to run a kitchen independently under pressure. - Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations. - Strong leadership and staff management skills. - Must be based in or able to work across the Cape Peninsula. - Well organised, calm under pressure, and hands on. * Salary & Benefits - Market-related, negotiable based on experience. Salary range DOE. - Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.