Kitchen Manager

Spare Time Entertainment•Windsor Locks, CT

29d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on role for a Kitchen Manager who will lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff. The position involves running daily Back of House (BOH) operations, maintaining high food quality standards, and collaborating with Front of House (FOH) leadership and Event Planners to execute events and service. Responsibilities include inventory management, waste control, food cost management, scheduling, enforcing food safety and sanitation standards, and actively participating in food preparation and expediting. The role also involves opening and closing the kitchen, creating weekly menu features, assisting with special event menus, and resolving guest issues promptly.

Requirements

5+ years of high-volume kitchen experience
2+ years of BOH leadership (Sous Chef, Lead Line, or Kitchen Manager)
ServSafe certified or able to obtain within 60 days
Strong communicator, calm under pressure, team-first mindset
Solid understanding of inventory, ordering, and kitchen organization
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff
Run daily BOH operations and maintain high food quality standards
Work closely with FOH leadership and Event Planners to execute events and service
Order inventory, verify deliveries, control waste, and manage food cost
Write schedules based on business volume and labor budgets
Enforce food safety and sanitation standards
Prep, cook, and expedite as needed
Open and close the kitchen following daily checklists
Create weekly menu features and assist with special event menus
Support guest satisfaction by solving problems quickly and professionally