Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Kitchen Manager and lead the culinary operations of a fast-paced, vibrant food service environment. In this role, you will oversee daily kitchen activities, ensure exceptional food quality, and maintain a seamless flow of service. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver outstanding customer experiences while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary professional eager to manage a lively kitchen and elevate our food offerings.
Responsibilities
- Supervise all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs.
- Oversee food safety protocols, sanitation procedures, and compliance with health regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
- Lead staff training and development initiatives, including onboarding new team members and providing ongoing coaching on food handling, cooking techniques, and customer service.
- Coordinate shift management by scheduling staff efficiently to meet service demands during peak hours in a quick service or casual dining setting.
- Oversee POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation.
- Collaborate with management on budgeting, food production planning, and menu development to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Skills
- Extensive experience in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen management within fast food, casual dining, or fine dining environments.
- Proficiency with POS systems including Aloha POS and Micros POS; strong cash handling skills.
- Demonstrated leadership in supervising staff, conducting interviews, training & development programs.
- Knowledge of inventory control practices, food safety standards, and sanitation regulations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
- Excellent customer service skills with a focus on hospitality excellence.
- Background in restaurant management or hospitality management with experience in shift management and food industry operations. This role offers an energetic environment where your culinary expertise and leadership skills will make a tangible impact every day. We are committed to supporting your growth through comprehensive training programs and opportunities for advancement within the hospitality industry. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about delivering exceptional food experiences, we want to hear from you!
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
