Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and ensure the smooth operation of our food service establishment. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily kitchen activities, maintain high standards of food quality and safety, and foster a positive environment that encourages teamwork and excellence. Your leadership will drive the success of our restaurant by managing staff, optimizing food preparation processes, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for culinary excellence, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support kitchen team members by working alongside them during daily operations and setting a strong example of professionalism, work ethic, and teamwork.
• Perform hands-on food preparation, cooking, plating, and kitchen duties during scheduled shifts while ensuring consistent food quality and presentation standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff on recipes, food preparation techniques, food safety standards, cleanliness expectations, and efficient work practices.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and service standards are maintained during all shifts.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen, storage areas, equipment, and food preparation stations.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, health, and workplace safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature controls.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular stock counts, order supplies, and minimize waste through proper inventory control practices.
• Create staff schedules, delegate responsibilities, and monitor team performance to ensure operational efficiency.
• Assist with recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and ongoing performance coaching of kitchen staff.
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance or repairs as required to support uninterrupted operations.
• Collaborate with management to improve menus, control food costs, and enhance the overall guest dining experience.
• Engage with guests in the dining area during shifts, greet guests warmly, build positive relationships, gather feedback on food and service, and proactively address concerns to enhance the overall guest experience.

Skills

• Proven experience in food service environments with strong background in restaurant management or kitchen supervision
• Skilled in food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and food safety protocols
• Familiarity with POS systems like Micros POS for efficient transaction processing
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience supervising teams and managing restaurant operations
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle serving responsibilities confidently
• Knowledge of food handling procedures, hospitality standards, and restaurant industry best practices
• Strong communication skills for effective team coordination and guest interaction

Join us as a Kitchen Manager where your leadership fuels culinary creativity, elevates guest satisfaction, and drives operational excellence. We value energetic professionals ready to lead with passion in a vibrant hospitality environment!

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Work Location: In person