Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and ensure smooth, efficient kitchen operations. In this vital role, you will oversee food preparation, manage inventory, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and quality. Your leadership will drive team performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and contribute to the overall success of our restaurant. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional passionate about culinary excellence and hospitality management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely and accurate food preparation in line with menu standards.
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste using POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS.
• Oversee food safety practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations and proper food handling procedures.
• Coordinate shift management activities including scheduling, cash handling, and ensuring smooth customer service flow during busy hours.
• Conduct quality checks on food production and presentation to guarantee consistency and customer satisfaction.
• Analyze profit and loss reports to optimize costs, improve efficiency, and support overall restaurant profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quick service or fast food restaurant environments with a strong background in food preparation and kitchen management.
• Demonstrated supervisory or managerial experience in a hospitality or food service setting.
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing and inventory tracking.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and food handling regulations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train staff effectively and foster a positive team environment.
• Excellent communication skills for managing staff, coordinating with front-of-house teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Basic math skills for cash handling, inventory calculations, and financial analysis.
• Experience in managing budgets, conducting training & development sessions, and performing shift management duties.

Join us as a Kitchen Manager to lead a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences! Your expertise will ensure operational excellence while fostering a vibrant hospitality environment where both staff and guests thrive.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person