Role SummaryThe KST Supervisor will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Kitchen Support Team (KST) at Food Whisperer. The role will ensure smooth kitchen operations through effective manpower deployment, hygiene and sanitation, timely support to the culinary team, and adherence to Food Whisperer’s operational and safety standards.Key ResponsibilitiesKST Operations & Kitchen SupportSupervise day-to-day activities of the Kitchen Support Team as per operational requirementsAllocate KST manpower across kitchen areas based on workload and business requirementsEnsure timely availability of clean utensils, equipment, workstations, and other kitchen support requirementsCoordinate with Chefs and kitchen teams to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operationsMonitor cleaning, washing, waste disposal, and other kitchen support activitiesEnsure proper handling, movement, and storage of kitchen equipment and materialsEnsure all assigned tasks are completed within the required timelinesSupport the team during peak hours, special events, and high-volume operationsTeam ManagementSupervise, guide, and monitor KST members on a daily basisPrepare and manage duty rosters and shift allocationsMonitor attendance, punctuality, grooming, and discipline of KST employeesEnsure adequate manpower availability across shifts and escalate shortages to the reporting managerConduct on-the-job training for new and existing KST employeesEnsure employees follow assigned responsibilities and operational SOPsAddress day-to-day employee concerns and escalate disciplinary or performance-related issues when requiredBuild teamwork,



discipline, and a positive working workplace within the KSTHygiene, Cleaning & SafetyEnsure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HSEQ standardsMonitor cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, workstations, equipment, utensils, and common areasEnsure proper cleaning and sanitization of kitchen equipment and utensilsMonitor proper segregation and disposal of wet and dry wasteEnsure cleaning chemicals are stored, handled, and used safelyConduct regular hygiene and cleanliness checks and take corrective action where requiredEnsure KST members follow personal hygiene, grooming, PPE, and safety requirementsSupport internal hygiene and safety audits and ensure closure of identified observationsEquipment & Material ManagementMonitor availability and condition of cleaning materials, PPE, chemicals, and other KST requirementsCoordinate with Stores and Operations for timely replenishment of consumablesEnsure proper and economical usage of cleaning materials and consumablesReport damaged, missing, or unsafe equipment to the concerned departmentEnsure proper care and handling of kitchen equipment and utensilsCoordination & ReportingCoordinate with Chef, Site Manager, HR, HSEQ,



and Operations teams on daily requirementsCommunicate manpower shortages, operational issues, safety concerns, and material requirements to the reporting managerMaintain daily attendance, deployment, cleaning, and operational checklistsMonitor and report KST productivity and performanceSupport audits, inspections, client visits, and special operational requirementsEnsure proper shift handover and communication between KST teamsAssist management during new site launches, events, and operational projectsDesired Candidate ProfileMinimum 12th standard; Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management or a related field will be preferred2–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in kitchen operations, hospitality, catering, QSR, central kitchen, institutional food, or facility operationsPrior experience supervising housekeeping, stewarding, kitchen support, or similar teams will be preferredBasic understanding of kitchen hygiene, sanitation, food safety, and workplace safetyExperience in managing manpower and shift-based operationsComfortable working in a fast-paced and high-volume food service environmentWillingness to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays as per business requirementsKey Skills & CompetenciesKST & Kitchen Support OperationsTeam Supervision & Manpower ManagementHygiene & Sanitation ManagementShift Planning & Workforce DeploymentFood Safety & HSEQ ComplianceCleaning & Waste ManagementInventory & Consumable ControlStaff Training & DisciplineTime Management & MultitaskingCommunication & CoordinationProblem-Solving & Teamwork

📌 Kst Supervisor (Bengaluru)
🏢 Food Whisperer
📍 Bengaluru