Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee all aspects of kitchen operations. In this pivotal role, you will ensure exceptional food quality, maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness, and deliver outstanding customer service. Your leadership will drive efficiency, foster a positive team environment, and uphold the restaurant’s reputation for excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional passionate about food, hospitality, and team management to make a significant impact in a fast-paced dining environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely food preparation in line with quality standards
- Manage inventory control, including ordering supplies, stock rotation, and minimizing waste to optimize profitability
- Supervise food handling procedures, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards
- Lead staff training and development initiatives to enhance culinary skills, customer service, and safety protocols
- Coordinate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction
- Utilize POS systems such as Toast for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation
- Conduct shift management duties including scheduling staff, monitoring performance, and addressing operational issues promptly
Skills
- Extensive experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management within quick service or fast food and casual dining restaurant environments
- Proven leadership skills with experience supervising all kitchen positions.
- Strong knowledge of inventory control, food safety management, and food industry best practices
- Familiarity with POS systems including Toast POS and extraCHEF inventory management for efficient transaction processing
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle guest concerns professionally
- Ability to manage budgets, and implement cost-control measures
- Experience in staff training, interviewing potential team members, and fostering a positive team environment
- Background in fine dining or casual dining settings is preferred; banquet or catering experience is a plus
- Knowledge of food production processes including catering services and bar operations is advantageous
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
Join us as a Kitchen Manager to lead a dynamic culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Your expertise will help shape our kitchen’s success while providing you with opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant hospitality environment.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Kitchen management: 2 years (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- TLD (Required)
- ServSafe (Required)
Location:
- Corpus Christi, TX 78408 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Corpus Christi, TX 78408 (Required)
Work Location: In person
