Mess Superintendent

Job Title

Mess Superintendent

Department

Administration

Job Location

Atria Institute of Technology,Hebbal,Bangalore-560032.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible and experienced Mess Superintendent to oversee the daily operations of the hostel mess, ensuring quality food, hygiene, cleanliness, proper meal scheduling, and efficient mess management. The candidate will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff, monitoring food supplies, maintaining records, and ensuring student satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day operations of the hostel mess and kitchen.

Ensure timely preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner as per the approved menu.

Monitor food quality, taste, portion sizes, and hygiene standards.

Supervise cooks, kitchen helpers, housekeeping staff, and other mess personnel.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, dining hall, and food storage areas.

Monitor food stock, groceries, vegetables, provisions, and other kitchen supplies.

Coordinate with vendors for purchasing and timely delivery of food materials.

Maintain daily records of food consumption, stock, purchases, expenses, and wastage.

Ensure proper storage of food items and follow food safety practices.

Monitor mess expenses and minimize food wastage while maintaining quality.

Coordinate with hostel wardens and administration regarding student requirements and complaints.

Ensure compliance with institutional policies and applicable food safety regulations.

Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen, dining area, and storage facilities.

Manage staff attendance, duty allocation, and work schedules.

Perform any other mess-related administrative duties assigned by the management.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum qualification

PUC / Diploma / Bachelor's degree in any discipline; candidates with relevant experience will be preferred.

Prior experience in hostel mess management, hotel management, catering, or institutional food services is desirable.

Experience in managing a college hostel, residential campus, or large-scale mess will be an added advantage.

Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, inventory management, and cost control.

Good supervisory, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to manage kitchen staff and resolve student-related concerns effectively.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Responsible, disciplined, and service-oriented.

Strong leadership and staff management abilities.

Capable of managing multiple tasks and handling operational issues.

Willing to work according to hostel meal schedules and institutional requirements.

Pay

₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location

In person