Kitchen Manager

Fixins Soul Kitchen•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Fixins Soul Kitchen seeks to redefine the American soul food experience, offering full-service restaurants that uniquely combine traditional soul food with outstanding service and hip, energetic dining environments. Founded by former NBA All Star Kevin Johnson and his wife, Michelle, Fixins' menu is rooted in Southern recipes passed down through generations. Established in 2019 in Sacramento, CA, Fixins is rapidly expanding with additional current locations in Los Angeles, Tulsa, Detroit, and 6 new stores planned to open in the next 2 years, with the goal of becoming the largest Black owned restaurant group in the nation. The Kitchen Manager will lead back-of-house operations and ensure a smooth, high-quality dining experience for every guest. In this role, you'll oversee daily kitchen activities including food preparation, cooking, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards. Your leadership will be key in guiding kitchen staff to consistently deliver delicious, timely meals that meet quality standards. The ideal candidate is a confident team leader with a strong culinary background, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for creating a positive kitchen culture.

Requirements

Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager or Head Chef
Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
Excellent organizational skills
Conflict management abilities
Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Passion for hospitality and a desire to grow within the industry.
Must have a Food Handler's Card and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification if required by law (Certifications differ per state)

Nice To Haves

Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
Supervise food prep and cooking
Check food plating and temperature
Establish portion sizes
Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order
Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
Store food products in compliance with safety practices
Keep weekly and monthly cost reports, manage food costs in line with company goals
Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
Set and maintain pars
Minimize food waste
Consistently manage staff to higher levels of productivity and efficiency