Head of Central Kitchen (Convenience Retail Chain)
$15,000–$18,000 year
On-siteShah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Job Summary
Oversee daily central kitchen operations for over 100 retail outlets, managing food preparation, cooking, packaging, and dispatch while optimizing workflows and capacity planning. Ensure production meets demand forecasts with minimal wastage and maintain strict compliance with HACCP, GMP, and local food regulations through internal audits and workforce culture initiatives. Lead a large operations team of 50–100+ staff, manage the central kitchen P&L including food cost and labor, and drive product innovation by collaborating with commercial teams to develop scalable ready-to-eat offerings. Implement ERP systems and automation to enhance visibility and support business expansion.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, Operations Management, or related field
- 10–15+ years of experience in central kitchen / food manufacturing / QSR operations
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing large teams (50–100+ staff)
- Strong commercial acumen with P&L management experience
Desired Qualifications
- Proven experience managing large-scale production for multi-outlet retail (50+ outlets preferred, 100+ ideal)
- Experience in convenience retail / QSR / FMCG food production
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