Assistant Director | Central Kitchen & Logistics Operations | Up to $10,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven operations leader to oversee central kitchen and logistics operations for an established, multi-outlet F&B group. This is a strategic leadership role suited for a professional with a strong background in central kitchen management, food production, supply chain coordination, and large-scale F&B operations.

You will work closely with senior management to drive operational excellence, improve efficiency, strengthen business performance, and support the group’s expansion plans.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Business Growth

• Partner with senior management to develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business objectives, budgets, and growth plans.




• Establish operational KPIs and drive continuous improvements in productivity, cost efficiency, and service quality.




• Identify opportunities to optimise central kitchen capabilities, logistics processes, and resource utilisation.




• Support business expansion initiatives, including new dining concepts, strategic partnerships, and potential business acquisitions.




• Prepare accurate operational reports and provide insights to support management decision-making.

Central Kitchen & Logistics Operations

• Oversee end-to-end central kitchen operations, including food production, preparation, inventory management, and distribution to multiple outlets.




• Ensure timely and efficient delivery of ingredients and prepared products to support daily restaurant operations.




• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures to ensure consistency in food quality, operational efficiency, and service standards.




• Monitor food costs, wastage, labour productivity, stock levels, and logistics expenses to achieve operational targets.




• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, workplace safety, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Lead, coach, and develop operations managers and teams across central kitchen and logistics functions.




• Build a high-performing workforce to support business growth and increasing operational demands.




• Implement effective monitoring systems to evaluate operational performance and drive accountability.




• Work closely with restaurant operations, procurement, and other internal stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination across the business.




• Identify operational challenges, implement corrective measures, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management, F&B Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related discipline.




• Significant experience in senior F&B operations, central kitchen management, food production, or supply chain and logistics operations.




• Proven experience overseeing central kitchen operations supporting multiple restaurants or outlets.




• Strong understanding of food production planning, inventory control, cost management, and distribution processes.




• Demonstrated ability to lead large operational teams and manage multiple functions effectively.




• Strong commercial acumen, strategic planning, and problem-solving capabilities.




• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.




• Candidates with experience supporting multi-outlet F&B expansion will have an added advantage.

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