Manager - Kitchen/Executive Chef

4595 Food Market Corp dba Josephs Classic Market-posted about 12 hours ago
Full-time • Manager
West Palm Beach, FL
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The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the prepared foods kitchen, ensuring that all recipes are executed with precision, food safety standards are upheld, and production goals are met. This role requires a strong culinary background, team leadership, organizational skills, and a passion for delivering delicious, high-quality food consistently.

  • Supervise daily production of all prepared foods including hot bar, grab-and-go, soups, salads, entrees, and catering
  • Ensure all recipes are followed accurately and consistently, maintaining Joseph's quality standards
  • Maintain proper portioning, ingredient prep, cooking times, and food presentation
  • Schedule production to meet sales forecasts and peak traffic times
  • Oversee special menus for holidays and events
  • Enforce strict adherence to food safety regulations (e.g., ServSafe, HACCP, temperature logs)
  • Maintain clean and organized prep areas, coolers, and storage areas
  • Monitor and document hot/cold holding temperatures, cooling procedures, and shelf life
  • Lead weekly deep-cleaning and sanitation schedules
  • Prepare department for internal audits and health inspections
  • Order ingredients and supplies from approved vendors based on par levels and menu planning
  • Maintain organized inventory systems for dry goods, fresh ingredients, and prepared items
  • Track usage and minimize food waste through effective prep and repurposing plans
  • Manage food cost targets and labor productivity
  • Monitor catering supply inventory and coordinate with front-end teams
  • Hire, train, and lead cooks, prep staff, and kitchen porters
  • Provide ongoing coaching and feedback; conduct performance reviews
  • Create weekly schedules and manage labor within budget
  • Lead daily pre-shift huddles with culinary team
  • Foster a culture of accountability, pride, and teamwork
  • Oversee production and packaging of catering orders (corporate, events, holidays)
  • Ensure accuracy, presentation, and on-time readiness of all catered food
  • Respond to last-minute catering changes or high-volume demands professionally
  • Support customer service team with product knowledge and cross-department coordination
  • Submit weekly production, waste, and labor reports to Store Manager
  • Participate in department head meetings and seasonal menu planning
  • Communicate clearly with deli, bakery, meat, and grocery teams for product planning
  • Develop prep guides, batch logs, and training materials for new team members
  • 3-5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience (preferably in retail or catering)
  • Proven experience leading a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Culinary degree or food service certification preferred
  • Valid ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen operations, and recipe execution
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long hours, and work in hot/cold conditions
  • Bilingual English and Spanish preferred
  • Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills
  • Culinary degree or food service certification preferred
  • Bilingual English and Spanish preferred
  • Positive Work Environment
  • Competitive Pay
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off & Personal Days
  • 20% Employee Discount
  • Bonus Programs for Management
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