Kitchen Manager
About The Position
We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations and ensure a smooth, high-quality dining experience for every guest. In this role, you'll oversee daily kitchen activities including food preparation, cooking, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards. Your leadership will be key in guiding our kitchen staff to consistently deliver delicious, timely meals that meet our quality standards. The ideal candidate is a confident team leader with a strong culinary background, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for creating a positive kitchen culture.
Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager or Head Chef
- Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
- Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
- Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
- Excellent organizational skills
- Conflict management abilities
- Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Passion for hospitality and a desire to grow within the industry.
- Must have a Food Handler’s Card and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification if required by law (Certifications differ per state)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Exposure to hot surfaces, kitchen equipment, and potential allergens
Nice To Haves
- Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
- Supervise food prep and cooking
- Check food plating and temperature
- Establish portion sizes
- Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
- Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order
- Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
- Store food products in compliance with safety practices
- Keep weekly and monthly cost reports, manage food costs in line with company goals
- Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
- Set and maintain pars
- Minimize food waste
- Consistently manage staff to higher levels of productivity and efficiency
Benefits
- Employee meal discounts
- Health benefits (for full-time employees)
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
