KITCHEN MANAGER

Tailwind Deli News & Gifts Inc•Portland, ME
•$50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Tailwind Hospitality is a national hospitality company headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, operating more than 160 locations across over 60 airports and transit stations. Tailwind Concessions is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to help deliver exceptional food and service to travelers. The role involves leading and developing kitchen staff, maintaining food quality and service standards, supporting restaurant operations, and helping create a positive guest experience.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of culinary experience; kitchen management experience preferred.
  • ServSafe certification.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Able to stand for long periods, at least 8 hours per day.
  • Able to reach, bend, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Able to work at least 40 hours per week.
  • Some weekend days, mornings, and evenings are required.

Nice To Haves

  • Kitchen management experience.

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 promptly.
  • Monitor and take action to ensure food quality and service standards are met.
  • Monitor food preparation and ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
  • Minimize loss and misuse.
  • Ensure safe, responsible, and legal service of alcoholic beverages.
  • 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 the operation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Paid training.
  • Employee discount.
  • 401(k) with company matching.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance offered to full-time employees.
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