Kitchen Manager

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. This vital role combines culinary expertise with strong management skills to ensure exceptional food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a Kitchen Manager, you will drive operational excellence, foster a positive team environment, and uphold the highest standards of food handling and safety. Your leadership will inspire staff to deliver outstanding service while maintaining efficiency and profitability across all food service functions.

Duties

• Supervise daily kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring consistency and quality standards are met.
• Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs.
• Oversee the use of POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for accurate order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff on food safety practices, proper food handling techniques, and culinary skills to promote a high-performing team.
• Coordinate shift management by scheduling staff efficiently to meet customer demand during peak hours while maintaining labor costs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations related to food safety management, sanitation standards, and OSHA requirements.
• Conduct profit and loss analysis regularly to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and profitability while maintaining excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quick service & fast food restaurant management or casual dining environments with a strong background in food production and kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in managing hospitality teams with effective team leadership and managerial communication skills.
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS; experience with cash handling procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of food safety management practices, inventory control, budgeting, and food industry regulations.
• Strong culinary background with expertise in food preparation, cooking techniques, and catering or banquet experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in managing hospitality teams including training & development initiatives is highly desirable.

Join us as a Kitchen Manager where your leadership will shape an exceptional dining experience! We value energetic professionals committed to excellence in food service management—ready to inspire your team and elevate our culinary standards every day!

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person