Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead our culinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in food service management and culinary arts, with a focus on delivering exceptional dining experiences and staff development. This role requires a blend of creativity, proactiveness, leadership, and operational expertise to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food production, labor control and execution of service.
- Develop and execute menu items that reflect current culinary trends while meeting expectations of profit margins and staff training.
- Manage inventory control and ordering processes to maintain optimal stock levels, with a focus on price tracking and invoice monitoring, working with representatives and coordinating with management.
- Supervise kitchen staff, providing training and guidance to enhance their skills and continue to hold them to the standards of operations set forth by management through provided guidelines and modus operandi.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and monitor food preparation methods to ensure high quality standards are met.
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment with proactive initiatives to create more streamlined execution of positions across the kitchen and attention to restaurant upkeep to provide a safe workspace.
- Collaborate with management, front-of-house staff and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service during peak hours, and continuously enter reports/logs about the day/night operations.
- Have an understanding of the back end of the Point of Sales system, and ensure Point of Sales system is up to date with any menu changes or inventory stock to provide concise depletion data and staff awareness of product.
- Plan and coordinate with management for community catering and donation events.
- Maintain consistent scheduling practices, having open communication with staff members about availability and training.
- Attentively observe staff levels, and maintain hiring practices to ensure a well-staffed kitchen.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations of kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment.
- Upholding rapport with service technicians and their companies to consistently maintain and improve the quality and functionality of kitchen equipment and the restaurant.
Requirements
- Proven experience in kitchen management or as a head chef in a fine dining or high-volume restaurant setting.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in team management, shift supervision and time management.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in food handling.
- Experience in menu planning, food production, and inventory management.
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience in the food industry preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with management and the staff.
- Familiarity with catering operations and banquet experience is a plus.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and high team morale is required.
- Must have knowledge or previous experience with Point of Sales systems and the intricacies of the software.
- Join our team and contribute your culinary expertise to create memorable dining experiences for the team and our guests!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
