Kitchen Manager

Tailwind Deli News & Gifts•Portland, ME

19d

About The Position

Tailwind Hospitality is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations at Tailwind Concessions, a national food, beverage, and retail company serving travelers at airport and transit locations. The role partners with the General Manager to lead and develop the kitchen team, ensure consistent food quality and service, support a positive guest experience, and oversee operational standards, inventory, equipment maintenance, and cost effectiveness. The position requires at least 40 hours per week, with some weekend days and morning and evening work.

Requirements

At least 2 years of culinary experience.
ServSafe certification.
Ability to pass a background check.
Ability to stand for long periods, with a minimum of 8 hours per day.
Ability to reach, bend, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Stamina to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Availability to work some weekend days, as well as mornings and evenings.

Nice To Haves

Kitchen management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the General Manager to lead the team.
Train, supervise, and coach kitchen staff to deliver consistent food quality and great service.
Communicate information to kitchen staff.
Assist with scheduling kitchen staff and assigning work.
Promote a positive guest experience and resolve issues professionally and quickly.
Monitor and take action to ensure food quality and service standards are met.
Monitor food preparation to ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
Minimize loss and misuse.
Ensure alcohol is 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 them.
Evaluate the cost effectiveness of all aspects of operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.