Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. This role is vital in ensuring exceptional food quality, maintaining high standards of food safety, and delivering outstanding customer service. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for managing staff, controlling inventory, and ensuring smooth shift management to create a vibrant and efficient kitchen environment that delights our guests. If you are passionate about food, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in fast-paced hospitality settings, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact!
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff, including hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating team members to foster a motivated and skilled workforce.
- Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards are met or exceeded.
- Manage inventory control by assisting with monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to optimize profitability.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety regulations and sanitation standards to ensure a safe dining environment for guests and staff.
- Utilize POS systems (Toast) for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation with accuracy.
- Coordinate shift schedules, manage labor costs, and handle customer complaints or feedback promptly to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Implement staff training programs focused on food handling, safety procedures, customer service excellence, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Proven experience in restaurant management with a strong background in food preparation and cooking.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience within the hospitality or food industry; previous management or assistant manager roles preferred.
- Knowledge of food safety management practices, inventory control techniques, and food production standards.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, manage conflict, and foster a positive work environment.
- Excellent communication skills with experience in staff training, interviewing candidates, and managing hospitality teams.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
Join us as a Kitchen Manager where your culinary expertise combined with leadership talent will drive success! We’re committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training & development opportunities while ensuring a vibrant work environment that celebrates teamwork and excellence in hospitality management.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
