KITCHEN MANAGER

Tailwind Deli News & Gifts Inc•Wilmington, NC
•$50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Tailwind Concessions, part of Tailwind Hospitality, is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations and help deliver quality food and service to travelers. The role partners with the General Manager to lead, train, and support the kitchen team, maintain food quality and safety standards, manage inventory and supplies, and support a positive guest experience. The company operates locations across airports and transit stations nationwide.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of culinary experience; kitchen management experience preferred.
  • ServSafe certification.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Able to stand for long periods, at least 8 hours per day.
  • Able to reach, bend, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Able to work at least 40 hours per week.
  • Some weekend days, mornings, and evenings are required.

Nice To Haves

  • Kitchen management experience.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the General Manager to lead the team.
  • Train, supervise, and coach kitchen staff to deliver consistent food quality and service.
  • Communicate information to kitchen staff.
  • Assist with scheduling kitchen staff and assigning work.
  • Promote a positive guest experience and resolve issues professionally and promptly.
  • Monitor operations and take action to ensure food quality and service standards are met.
  • Monitor food preparation and ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
  • Minimize loss and misuse.
  • Ensure alcoholic beverages are served safely, responsibly, and legally.
  • Ensure equipment is maintained according to the restaurant safety and preventive maintenance program.
  • Maintain stock levels by calculating inventory, ordering and retrieving supplies, and stocking items.
  • Evaluate the cost effectiveness of all aspects of operations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Paid training.
  • Employee discount.
  • 401(k) with company matching.
  • Health insurance offered to full-time employees.
  • Dental insurance offered to full-time employees.
  • Vision insurance offered to full-time employees.
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