Kitchen Manager

Convive Brands•New York City, NY

12d•$18 - $25

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager leads the kitchen team in preparing and executing menu items while supporting food safety, labor and food cost management, inventory, cleanliness, and daily restaurant procedures. The role partners with the General Manager on kitchen staffing and helps maintain an organized, supportive, team-oriented restaurant environment. The position offers an hourly pay range of $18.00–$25.00, plus tips when eligible.

Requirements

6 to 12 months of related restaurant experience or training.
Food Handler’s Certification, or ability to acquire it.
Ability to speak, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility in schedule is highly preferred but not required.
General administrative and computer skills are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the kitchen team in preparing and executing all menu items.
Maintain full knowledge of menu items, including proper storage and preparation.
Complete food safety checklists and ensure proper food handling.
Manage labor deployment and keep hourly labor within the set labor budget.
Manage and maintain restaurant food costs.
Monitor and maintain food par levels and use prep sheets to prepare appropriate quantities.
Assist the General Manager with inventory.
Address team member situations with empathy and escalate them to the General Manager as needed.
Complete opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures; direct the kitchen team in completing daily checklists and side work.
Partner with the General Manager to recruit, interview, hire, train, and retain kitchen team members.
Keep restaurant areas clean and organized by following cleaning checklists.
Monitor kitchen equipment and ensure it is kept in good repair.