KST Manager

About Food Whisperer

Food Whisperer Pvt. Ltd. (FWPL) is a subsidiary of Gokhana, focused on delivering high-quality food and managed food services across corporate and institutional locations.

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented KST Manager to manage day-to-day kitchen operations, ensure food quality and hygiene standards, and lead the kitchen team at our Bengaluru operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise day-to-day kitchen operations and food production.
• Ensure timely preparation and service of food as per operational requirements.
• Lead and manage KSTs, Chefs, Commis and other kitchen staff.
• Allocate daily duties and ensure optimum utilization of manpower.
• Monitor food quality, taste, portion size and presentation.
• Ensure adherence to standardized recipes, kitchen SOPs and production processes.
• Monitor food consumption, wastage and portion control.
• Coordinate with the Stores team to ensure availability of required raw materials.
• Ensure proper storage, handling and utilization of food ingredients.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, sanitation and cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, food safety and company hygiene standards.
• Conduct regular checks of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Train and guide kitchen staff on food safety, hygiene and operational procedures.
• Handle day-to-day operational issues and take corrective action.
• Maintain kitchen records, checklists and production-related documentation.
• Coordinate with the Operations and HR teams regarding manpower and employee-related concerns.
• Support internal and external food safety audits and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations while maintaining service quality and cost efficiency.

Candidate Profile

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in kitchen operations, food production, catering, hotels, QSRs, central kitchens or corporate food services.
• Previous experience managing kitchen teams and high-volume food operations.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations and food safety.
• Good understanding of hygiene, sanitation and FSSAI requirements.
• Experience in manpower handling, shift management and team supervision.
• Knowledge of food wastage and portion control.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Candidates comfortable working in Bengaluru will be preferred.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a growing food services organization.
• Exposure to corporate and institutional food service operations.
• Opportunity to lead and develop kitchen teams.
• Growth opportunities within the Gokhana–Food Whisperer ecosystem.