Kitchen General Manager

Uptown Boca Restaurant Group•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Assistant Manager is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the kitchen while ensuring food quality, consistency, cleanliness, safety, and team performance meet Lynora’s standards. This role works closely with the General Manager, and culinary team to maintain efficient kitchen operations and deliver an exceptional guest experience. The Kitchen General Manager serves as a hands-on leader who helps oversee kitchen staff, enforce recipes and procedures, maintain food safety standards, and support the development of the culinary team.

Requirements

Previous kitchen leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and food safety practices.
Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Food Safety Manager Certification required or ability to obtain within company guidelines.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in hot, fast-paced kitchen environments.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions associated with kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation, execution, and service.
Ensure all menu items are prepared according to Lynora’s recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
Monitor ticket times, food quality, and kitchen workflow to maintain service excellence.
Support opening, closing, and shift management responsibilities within the kitchen.
Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and proper storage of products.
Assist in training, coaching, and developing kitchen team members.
Support onboarding and continuous training efforts to ensure consistency across all stations.
Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and strong work ethic.
Assist in addressing performance concerns and documenting coaching conversations when necessary.
Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.
Ensure compliance with all health department regulations, food safety standards, and company policies.
Maintain proper food handling, labeling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
Conduct routine line checks and quality inspections throughout each shift.
Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operated safely.
Maintain an active Food Safety Manager Certification.
Assist in monitoring food costs, waste, portion control, and product usage.
Support inventory counts and help identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiencies.
Ensure proper product rotation and adherence to FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
Assist with receiving deliveries and verifying product quality and accuracy.
Work closely with Front-of-House management to ensure smooth service execution.
Communicate operational challenges, staffing needs, and equipment issues to kitchen and restaurant leadership.
Participate in management meetings, culinary training, and operational initiatives.
Support company goals, culinary standards, and continuous improvement efforts.