Manager - Kitchen/Executive Chef

4595 Food Market Corp dba Josephs Classic Market•West Palm Beach, FL

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

3-5 years of culinary/kitchen management experience (preferably in retail or catering)
Proven experience leading a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
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
Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or food service certification preferred
Bilingual English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

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