Kitchen Manager

Equity LifeStyle Properties • Weslaco, TX

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About The Position

ELS is hiring a Kitchen Manager in Weslaco, Texas. The role manages the restaurant’s overall back-of-house and kitchen operations, including purchasing food and other supplies and ensuring staff are properly trained in food preparation and kitchen safety. The Kitchen Manager ensures food is cooked and presented properly and on time, maintains kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, communicates cooking methods and standards to staff, and helps deliver a friendly customer experience. The position may involve resolving conflicts with customers and employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Solid computer literacy skills.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Comfort being exposed to hot cooking elements.
• Willingness and ability to work nights and weekends as required by operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Serv-Safe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the restaurant’s overall back-of-house and kitchen operations.
• Purchase food and other supplies.
• Ensure staff members are properly trained in food preparation and kitchen safety.
• Ensure food is cooked and presented properly and in a timely manner.
• Ensure the kitchen is thoroughly cleaned on a regular schedule.
• Maintain high sanitary standards in the back-of-house and kitchen areas.
• Communicate cooking methods and standards to staff members.
• Interact with customers in a friendly and courteous manner, with the aim of encouraging repeat business.
• Resolve conflicts with customers and employees quickly and effectively as needed.
• Pay close attention to food standards, costs, and safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED