General Manager

Taste Buds Kitchen - East Greenwich/Providence•Providence, RI

16d

About The Position

If you love the food industry, enjoy managing a team, and have great people skills—but you’re tired of the traditional restaurant scene, or you earned your culinary degree and are looking to step up into a leadership role—this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for. At Taste Buds Kitchen, you get the excitement of the culinary world with a more sustainable lifestyle We are looking for a General Manager to play a critical role in the success of Taste Buds Kitchen! You will have the skills and experience to drive sales, manage the day-to-day operations and staff in our Kitchen, create an exceptional client experience and be a natural leader. This is the perfect opportunity to interact with clients on a daily basis to create a supportive and meaningful community.

Requirements

Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a management position (food or hospitality).
Availability: Must have open availability, including nights and weekends, as we are an event-based business hosting events 7 days a week.
Skills: Strong customer service, sales, and organizational skills.
Culinary: Comfortable with a range of cooking techniques. Formal culinary education is a plus, but a passion for food and cooking is a must!
Personality: You must enjoy the fast-paced atmosphere of a small business and love working with people of all ages (from toddlers to corporate professionals).

Nice To Haves

Education: A food-related or management degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with the Owner to recruit, hire, train, and schedule a motivated team of Kitchen Assistants, Hosts, and Culinary Instructors.
Foster a positive work culture and facilitate staff development.
Act as the primary point of contact for the team and handle any staffing emergencies.
Oversee daily studio operations to ensure all classes, events, and facilities meet Taste Buds Kitchen’s high brand standards
Maintain a pristine facility, ensuring high cleanliness and safety standards are met at all times.
Streamline systems to improve efficiency and workflow.
Manage inventory, food costs, and spending to ensure profitability.
Respond to client inquiries and manage bookings to meet monthly sales goals.
Work with the owner to execute marketing campaigns and maintain a positive, engaging social media presence.
Network within the community to build brand awareness and drive private event sales.
Be ready to jump in! You will instruct cooking classes, camps, and parties for ages 2–99 as needed.
Engage guests with enthusiasm, teaching various cooking and baking techniques while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Serve as the role model for what a premier Culinary Instructor looks like.