Kitchen Manager

Global Partners LP•New Milford, CT

23h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll lead the culinary heartbeat of the store, overseeing all kitchen operations with precision, and purpose. You’ll ensure every dish reflects the Alltown Fresh commitment to quality, freshness, and care — from made-to-order meals to grab-and-go offerings. You’ll guide, mentor, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional food and genuine hospitality every day. This role blends hands-on cooking with leadership, requiring organizational excellence, and a passion for developing people and maintaining high standards. If you’re a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and believes food can connect people in meaningful ways, Alltown Fresh is the place for you. At Global Partners, business starts with people. Since 1933, we’ve believed in taking care of our customers, our guests, our communities, and each other—and that belief continues to guide us. The Global Spirit is how we work to fuel that long term commitment to success. As a Fortune 500 company with 90+ years of experience, we’re proud to fuel communities—responsibly and sustainably. We show up every day with grit, passion, and purpose—anticipating needs, building lasting relationships, and creating shared value.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have current Food Safety Certification
3–5 years of culinary experience with 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Proven ability to manage kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and cost control principles.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to train, motivate, and lead a diverse kitchen team.
Passion for local sourcing, fresh ingredients, and authentic hospitality.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.
Ability to work near heat, cold, and wet surfaces.
Extended periods of standing and working in a high-volume kitchen.
Safe and efficient use of knives, kitchen tools, and cooking equipment required.
High School Diploma

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency.
Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to company standards and recipes.
Lead daily prep and production, ensuring all food meets freshness and flavor expectations.
Develop and inspire a culinary team that takes pride in craftsmanship and collaboration.
Maintain consistent portion control, presentation, and timing across all menu offerings.
Accountable for monitoring and achieving sales, margin, expense and labor targets.
Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold Alltown Fresh standards.
Create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing kitchen culture.
Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to ensure excellence.
Lead by example — modeling professionalism, efficiency, and hospitality under pressure.
Enforce all food safety, sanitation, and allergen management procedures.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and company health standards.
Ensure all kitchen areas, tools, and equipment are cleaned, sanitized, and maintained daily.
Conduct regular temperature checks, audits, and safety inspections.
Promote a culture of cleanliness, safety, and accountability throughout the kitchen.
Manage inventory levels, ordering, and receiving of products.
Monitor food and labor costs to achieve budget goals and minimize waste.
Maintain accurate records of prep levels, waste logs, and daily production.
Work with management to forecast and plan for business volume and menu demand.
Ensure every dish reflects the Alltown Fresh promise of Fresh, Local, and Honest Food.
Represent the brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a genuine commitment to hospitality.
Continuously seek opportunities to elevate food quality, presentation, and consistency.