Job Title: Project Kitchen Setup Manager
Department: Projects & Operations
Location: Bangalore / PAN India
Reporting To: Head of Projects / Operations Director
Job Summary
The Project Kitchen Setup Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing end-to-end commercial kitchen setup projects for restaurants, cafés, QSR outlets, cloud kitchens, and food courts. The role involves site execution, vendor management, equipment installation, project timelines, budgeting, and ensuring operational readiness before outlet launch. (BeBee)
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Execution
- Manage complete kitchen setup projects from design approval to handover.
- Prepare project schedules, milestones, and execution plans.
- Coordinate civil, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and kitchen equipment installation teams.
- Ensure projects are completed within budget and timelines. (BeBee)
Kitchen Design & Layout Coordination
- Review kitchen layouts, BOQs, and equipment drawings.
- Coordinate with consultants, architects, and kitchen designers.
- Ensure efficient workflow and compliance with food safety standards. (Interview Questions)
Vendor & Contractor Management
- Source and manage kitchen equipment vendors and contractors.
- Monitor material procurement and delivery schedules.
- Verify installation quality and resolve site issues. (Indeed)
Site Management
- Conduct site inspections and progress reviews.
- Ensure safety, quality, and compliance standards are maintained.
- Coordinate testing and commissioning of kitchen equipment.
- Track daily project progress and submit reports. (BeBee)
Budget & Cost Control
- Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
- Approve vendor bills and contractor payments.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. (Interview Questions)
Outlet Launch & Handover
- Ensure all equipment is operational before opening.
- Coordinate staff training on equipment usage.
- Complete snag lists and final handover documentation.
- Support outlet opening activities. (foundit)
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hotel Management, Architecture, or related field.
- 3–8 years of experience in restaurant, QSR, cloud kitchen, or commercial kitchen project execution.
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment, MEP coordination, and site execution.
- Ability to read AutoCAD drawings and BOQs.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, and project reporting. (SimplyHired)
Key Skills
- Project Management
- Commercial Kitchen Setup
- Vendor Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Site Supervision
- AutoCAD Drawing Interpretation
- Negotiation Skills
- Team Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Communication & Reporting
KPIs
- Project completion within timeline.
- Budget adherence.
- Successful outlet openings.
- Zero major quality defects.
- Vendor performance management.
- Client/Operations team satisfaction.
Preferred Industry: QSR, Restaurant Chains, Cloud Kitchens, Cafés, Hotels, Food Courts, Hospitality Fit-outs.
Pay: ₹50,489.99 - ₹90,494.49 per month
Work Location: In person
