Kitchen Manager

Job Summary
Manchu Wok is seeking an organized, experienced, and hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure consistent standards for food quality, safety, preparation, and service. The ideal candidate will be a strong team leader who can supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory and food costs, coordinate daily production, and maintain an efficient and positive kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation
• Lead, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff
• Assign daily duties and coordinate kitchen workflow
• Ensure menu items are prepared according to established standards
• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, presentation, and portion sizes
• Train, coach, and support kitchen employees
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate food and supply orders
• Control food costs, portion sizes, and kitchen waste
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, rotation, and temperature control
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues
• Coordinate with front-of-house staff and restaurant management
• Assist with staff scheduling and coverage as needed
• Monitor kitchen performance and address operational issues promptly
• Ensure the kitchen is prepared for busy service periods

Requirements

• Previous Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Head Chef, or senior kitchen experience
• Strong knowledge of professional food preparation and kitchen operations
• Proven ability to supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Experience with inventory and food-cost control
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience in quick-service or high-volume restaurant operations
• Strong knowledge of Asian or Chinese-style food preparation
• Inventory purchasing and supplier coordination experience
• Staff scheduling and training experience
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to manage multiple kitchen priorities
• Ability to remain calm and productive during busy service

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an application and resume highlighting relevant Kitchen Manager, culinary leadership, restaurant operations, hospitality, or food service experience.

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 34.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person