Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Culinary Manager to lead our culinary operations with enthusiasm and expertise. In this vital role, you will oversee all aspects of food preparation, kitchen management, and team supervision to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Your leadership will ensure that our culinary standards are met or exceeded, fostering a vibrant, efficient, and safe food service environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to shape the culinary direction of our establishment while maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the culinary team in daily food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistency and excellence in every dish.
- Oversee overall restaurant operations ensuring guests satisfaction.
- Oversee menu planning, ensuring a variety of innovative options that meet dietary needs and customer preferences.
- Manage inventory control and food production processes to minimize waste and optimize costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Implement and enforce food safety sanitizing procedures, sanitation protocols, and proper food handling practices across all kitchen areas.
- Coordinate catering events, banquets, and special functions with attention to detail, timing, and guest satisfaction.
- Supervise shift management activities including scheduling, training staff, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations during busy periods.
- Monitor food service operations to uphold hospitality standards, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests and staff alike.
- Conduct regular inspections of kitchen facilities to maintain cleanliness, safety compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Lead efforts in cost control initiatives while maintaining high-quality food production and service standards.
- Foster a positive team environment through effective leadership, mentorship, and performance management.
Qualifications
- Strong background in food production and kitchen management.
- Supervising experience with a focus on team leadership, training, and development within the food industry.
- Extensive knowledge of dietary requirements, food safety sanitizing procedures, inventory management, and cost control strategies.
- Demonstrated ability in menu planning, food handling, cooking techniques, and restaurant or hospitality management.
- Strong understanding of food service management principles including shift management and inventory control.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams as a chef or culinary leader while maintaining high standards of hospitality.
- Experience managing large-scale events such as banquets or catering functions is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices essential for maintaining compliance.
Join us as a Culinary Manager to inspire your team while delivering memorable dining experiences! Your expertise will drive innovation in our culinary offerings while ensuring operational excellence across all facets of food service management.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Experience in managing both BOH and FOH with focus on systems to ensure food quality, safety and execution.
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
