Co-Kitchen Manager
About The Position
The Co-Kitchen Manager oversees daily Culinary Services Department operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, exceptional customer service, and effective coordination of events, parties, and in-house catering. The role combines hands-on food preparation and cooking with supervision, training, and scheduling of culinary team members. The Manager helps maintain a safe, clean, organized, and productive kitchen and supports menu development and culinary promotions. Work priorities are determined by the General Manager. This is a non-exempt position with recurring duties critical to the department’s operational efficiency and success. Candidates selected for employment with Riverside EpiCenter must successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.
Requirements
- ServeSafe Manager Certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Proficiency in inventory management and food ordering systems.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service.
- Successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of experience in food service management or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, train, and motivate culinary team members, ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Prepare and cook menu items, including breakfast, burgers, chicken tenders, french fries, and other American foods.
- Coordinate catering for in-house events, parties, and special occasions, collaborating with appropriate team members.
- Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage stock levels to prevent waste and ensure ingredients are available on time.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and ensure compliance with ServeSafe and other health and safety regulations.
- Develop and update team schedules to ensure adequate staffing for daily operations and events.
- Address and resolve customer complaints or issues promptly and professionally.
- Assist leadership with menu planning and development.
- Support marketing efforts by providing input on menu items and culinary promotions.
- Act as a liaison between the culinary team and other departments to support communication and operations.
- Perform administrative tasks and customer service duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
