Kitchen Manager

Longfellow Hotel • Portland, ME

90d • Onsite

About The Position

The Longfellow Hotel is seeking a passionate, creative, and driven Kitchen Manager to lead our dynamic, dual-concept culinary program. This is a unique opportunity to shape and elevate two distinct dining experiences under one roof—each with its own energy, purpose, and guest experience. By day, Twinflower Café is rooted in nourishment—focusing on whole foods, thoughtful sourcing, and balanced, nutrient-rich plates that support overall wellness. By night, the space transforms into The 5 of Clubs, where we embrace indulgence—offering elevated, flavor-forward dishes that highlight local ingredients and bring a sense of occasion to every service. As Kitchen Manager, you will oversee daily kitchen operations while helping define and evolve both concepts. You will have the creative freedom to develop new menu items, contribute ideas, and collaborate closely with our Food & Beverage Manager, bar program, and other hotel outlets. This role includes a mix of leadership responsibilities, with time spent both on administrative duties and working hands-on shifts on the line.

Requirements

• A strong culinary leader with experience in both high-quality casual and upscale dining
• A passion for health-forward cuisine as well as refined, indulgent cooking
• Creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm for a dual-concept kitchen
• Excellent organizational and team leadership skills
• A commitment to fostering a positive, professional kitchen culture

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team across both day and evening services
• Execute and maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Collaborate on menu development for Twinflower Café and The 5 of Clubs
• Source and highlight local, seasonal ingredients
• Manage ordering, inventory, and cost controls
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards
• Support hotel-wide collaboration with events, bar, and F&B leadership
• Oversee service for approximately 50 covers nightly, plus occasional small events (10–25 guests)

Benefits

• Discounted hotel stays across New England properties
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Discounted meals at our food and beverage outlets: Twinflower Café and The 5 of Clubs
• Discounted spa services at Astraea Spa
• Parental Leave & Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – employer-sponsored healthcare benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed