Kitchen Manager & Culinary Instructor
About The Position
The Kitchen Manager & Culinary Instructor is responsible for the daily operation of the Event’s Kitchen while providing classroom and hands-on instruction and job training to participants in the Arise & Serve Workforce Pathway. This hands-on leadership position combines kitchen management, culinary operations, staff supervision, classroom instruction, and workforce development. The role supports participants as they build confidence, culinary skills, and workplace readiness for sustainable careers. It includes training in both Arise Cafe and the Events Kitchen, guiding participants through real-world food preparation, meal production, customer service, catering, and cafe operations, and preparing them for employment.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in restaurant management or culinary leadership.
- ServSafe Manager Certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of employment.
- Demonstrated success in staff supervision, training, and operations management.
- Strong alignment with Emerge’s mission and values.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Knowledge of restaurant and kitchen management principles, including operations, staffing, and budgeting.
- Knowledge of culinary standards, menu development, and food safety regulations.
- Knowledge of best practices in leadership, training, and employee engagement.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Capacity to build positive relationships across diverse teams and community partners.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily opening, closing, and kitchen operations.
- Supervise, train, and coach program participants and volunteers.
- Maintain food quality, portion control, and cleanliness.
- Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, waste, and food costs.
- Support catering and special events.
- Coordinate with Arise Cafe for meal production and special orders.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, PPE, and workplace safety requirements.
- Provide classroom and hands-on instruction for Arise & Serve Workforce Pathway participants.
- Teach food safety, sanitation, kitchen safety, PPE, culinary fundamentals, customer service, POS operations, inventory, food costing, teamwork, and workplace professionalism.
- Demonstrate proper kitchen and hospitality techniques and supervise students as they practice those skills.
- Provide hands-on training in both Arise Cafe and the Events Kitchen.
- Guide participants through real-world food preparation, meal production, customer service, catering, and cafe operations.
- Provide coaching, feedback, skills assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Maintain training records and document participant progress and competencies.
- Serve as a professional role model and help participants develop confidence, accountability, and workplace readiness.
- Work with the Director of Workforce to identify participant strengths, areas for improvement, and employment goals.
- Assist with preparing participants for employment, including resume development, interviewing, workplace expectations, and job readiness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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