Kitchen

Conrads Crabs & Seafood•Parkville, MD

11d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Seafood Market Kitchen Manager oversees the daily operations of the seafood kitchen, ensuring the preparation of fresh, high-quality seafood products while maintaining exceptional food safety, cleanliness, and customer service standards. This role is responsible for supervising kitchen staff, managing inventory, controlling food costs, and ensuring efficient production to meet customer demand.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
3+ years of kitchen management or supervisory experience REQUIRED.
Experience working with seafood preparation is highly preferred.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and sanitation standards.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.
Strong communication and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Culinary training or degree preferred.
Seafood cutting and preparation experience.
Inventory management and purchasing.
Scheduling and labor management.
Cost control and budgeting.
Menu planning and product development.
POS and inventory management software experience.
ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain) preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage all daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and packaging.
Supervise, train, schedule, and motivate kitchen staff.
Ensure all seafood products are prepared according to company recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations.
Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper storage procedures.
Order and maintain inventory of seafood, ingredients, packaging, and kitchen supplies.
Minimize food waste and control labor and food costs.
Coordinate production schedules to meet retail, catering, and special order demands.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and report repair needs promptly.
Assist customers with prepared food selections and special requests when needed.
Collaborate with store management to develop seasonal menus, specials, and prepared meal offerings.
Monitor sales trends and recommend new products to increase revenue.
Perform opening and closing duties as assigned.