Outlet Manager (Kitchen)

Join the opening team of Staple, an exciting new fast-casual bowl concept built around fresh, hearty and fully customizable workday meals. We are seeking a skilled and driven Outlet Manager – Kitchen to lead the full kitchen operations of Staple. This role has a strong focus on QSR execution, daily production planning, food consistency, team supervision, cost control, ordering, stocktaking, and service readiness. The role is hands-on and operational. The Outlet Manager – Kitchen is expected to lead from the floor, manage the team during peak periods, ensure food is produced quickly and consistently, and maintain tight control over quality, hygiene, stock, wastage, and manpower deployment. Key Responsibilities 1. Kitchen Operations • Lead daily kitchen operations for Staple in line with QSR standards. • Ensure all food items are prepared according to approved recipes, portion sizes, plating standards, and SOPs. • Manage opening, peak-period, and closing kitchen routines. • Ensure the kitchen is ready before service with sufficient mise en place, prep, and par levels. • Monitor speed of service and ensure food is produced efficiently during rush periods. • Troubleshoot operational issues quickly during service. 2. Production, Prep & Par Management • Plan daily prep based on sales forecast, menu mix, and expected demand. • Maintain proper par levels for proteins, grains, sauces, toppings, and ready-to-assemble components. • Ensure batching and holding standards are followed to maintain quality and reduce wastage. • Prevent over-prepping, under-prepping, and unnecessary spoilage. 3. Ordering, Stock take & Inventory Control • Hold overall accountability for ordering, stock control, wastage management, and inventory accuracy. • Share daily ordering and stocktake duties with the Senior Supervisor – Kitchen. • Review and approve ordering based on sales forecast, par levels, current stock, and expected demand. • Work with the Senior Supervisor to check stock movement and …