Kitchen Manager
Kitchen Manager
Position Name
Primos Cafe Lakeland
Company
At a Glance
Here is some basic information about this Position:
Position Location
Flowood, MS
Job Type
Full Time
Remote Type
Onsite
Job Description
Kitchen Manager – Primos Cafe Lakeland
Location- Lakeland, MS
Primos Cafe is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house operations. This dynamic role oversees all aspects of food preparation, foodservice, catering/banquet events, and lounge service — all while upholding the highest operational and sanitation standards.
Position Overview:
As the Kitchen Manager, you will play a key leadership role in delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests. You'll have the opportunity to create a fun and innovative menu, manage a talented kitchen team, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations — all while keeping a close eye on food cost control, inventory, and sanitation compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily back-of-house operations including food preparation, service lines, and catering events.
- Develop and maintain creative, high-quality menus
- Train, mentor, and supervise both front-of-house and back-of-house team members.
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in all kitchen and service areas.
- Manage inventory, food costs, and kitchen labor to stay within budgetary guidelines.
- Review and analyze P&L statements to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
- Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of management or supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant or similar.
- Proven ability to train and lead both FOH and BOH staff.
- Strong understanding of food safety standards and sanitation practices.
- Experience with inventory management, budgeting, and analyzing P&L statements.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- A passion for hospitality and innovation in food service.
MMI fosters a worker environment that is inclusive as well as diverse, where our team members can be themselves. MMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
Our company is proud to offer the following benefits to our em
-
Milestone Service Awards
-
Access to Pay During the Pay Period
-
Paid Holidays
-
Health Insurance
-
401k with Employer Match
-
Paid Time Off (PTO)
-
Dental Insurance
-
Vision Insurance
-
Life Insurance
-
Mental Health Benefits
-
Disability Insurance
