Kitchen Operations Manager - Job Responsibilities

Organization: HKM Charitable Foundation AP & Touchstone Foundation
Operational Scope: Management of 7 Centralized Kitchens and their allocated Anna Canteens across Andhra Pradesh:
- Kakinada
- Podagatlapalli (Ravulapalem) - 1 (Required Position)
- Bobbili
- Atchutapuram
- Gambheeram
- Vizag City
- Srikakulam

Position Summary

The Kitchen Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing complete operational management of centralized kitchens, including food production, stores, procurement coordination, inventory control, food dispatch, logistics, staff supervision, and Anna Canteen performance management within the assigned kitchen’s service region.

This role ensures uninterrupted, hygienic, and productive meal production and distribution while maintaining organizational quality standards, cost control, and service excellence.

Core Job Responsibilities1. Centralized Kitchen Operations Management
- Supervise day-to-day functioning of the assigned centralized kitchen.
- Ensure timely production of meals according to planned schedules.




- Monitor food preparation quality, quantity, hygiene, and compliance with SOPs.
- Ensure adherence to FSSAI, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Coordinate kitchen staff deployment for smooth operational flow.
- Monitor kitchen equipment functionality and maintenance.

2. Store & Inventory Management
- Oversee receipt, storage, and issuance of all raw materials.
- Maintain accurate inventory records for:
- Rice
- Vegetables
- Groceries
- Oils
- Packaging materials
- Cleaning supplies
- Ensure stock availability for uninterrupted operations.
- Conduct physical stock verification and audits.
- Implement FIFO/FEFO inventory systems.
- Reduce wastage, pilferage, and stock losses.

3. Food Distribution & Dispatch Operations
- Manage daily dispatch of prepared meals to all allocated Anna Canteens.
- Ensure timely and route-efficient food transportation.
- Supervise dispatch teams, drivers, and

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