Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee all aspects of kitchen operations. This role is vital in ensuring exceptional food quality, safety standards, and efficient service delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive food industry experience, and a passion for culinary excellence. As Kitchen Manager, you will drive team performance, manage inventory, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and customer satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional eager to make a positive impact in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Duties
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating team members to foster a high-performance culture.
- Oversee food preparation, cooking processes, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality across all menu items.
- Manage inventory control, including ordering supplies, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste to optimize profitability.
- Implement and maintain food safety standards in compliance with local health regulations; conduct regular safety audits.
- Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation.
- Coordinate shift management to ensure smooth operations during busy hours; delegate tasks effectively among team members.
- Conduct staff training sessions on food handling, customer service, and operational procedures to enhance team skills.
- Analyze profit and loss statements to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
- Support catering events, banquet services, or special functions as needed to expand service offerings.
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, hospitality excellence, and continuous improvement.
Skills
- Extensive experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management within casual dining or fine dining settings.
- Proficiency with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS; strong cash handling skills.
- Proven track record in managing inventory control, food safety programs, and food production processes.
- Strong leadership abilities with experience in staff training, team management, and supervising hospitality teams.
- Excellent communication skills for managerial tasks such as interviewing, staff development, and managerial reporting.
- Solid understanding of restaurant management principles including shift management, budgeting, and profit analysis.
- Knowledge of food industry standards related to catering, banquet services, bar operations or quick service environments.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Basic math skills for order calculations, inventory tracking, and financial analysis.
- Commitment to food safety practices and maintaining compliance with health regulations.
Join us as a Kitchen Manager if you’re passionate about leading culinary teams toward excellence while delivering memorable dining experiences! We value energetic leaders dedicated to growth—ready to inspire your team and elevate our food service standards every day!
Pay: $49,855.62 - $60,041.18 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
