Our hours of operation are 6:00am - 2:00pm.
The Kitchen Manager supervises the daily back-of-house restaurant operations. They report directly to the Restaurant Manager and are responsible for multiple tasks in the restaurant including food preparation, maintenance of quality standards, sanitization and cleanliness, meal presentation, and portion and cost control as well as scheduling, hiring, coaching, disciplining, and releasing employees as needed. They are self-motivated and demonstrate excellent communication skills with a calm and confident manner.
Skills:
- Strong and independent organizational skills: It is the Kitchen Manager's responsibility to maintain an accurate inventory and to ensure that the cooler, freezer, and storage/chemical shelves are well organized. Items are kept in their labeled area and FiFo is employed to manage product. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for all training and mentoring of staff in this regard.
- Strong conflict management skills: Tensions can run high in a fast-paced environment and the Kitchen Manager must always remain calm and collected while guiding staff through more difficult and stressful work shifts, occasionally having to resolve conflicts that could potentially arise.
- Strong leadership and excellence in a fast-paced environment: The Kitchen Manager is able to make quick decisions and exhibits an in-depth knowledge of recipes and ServSafe procedures, enabling them to provide accurate answers and feedback during high-volume times.
- Schedule flexibility: Able to work weekends (Friday-Sunday) on a regular basis.
Requirements Several years of experience working in a restaurant-related field and in a fast-paced environment
Experience delegating tasks and maintaining quick service
Maintain a current ServSafe Manager certification or be able to obtain certification within one month of job acceptance. Candidate must show an in-depth understanding of kitchen health and safety regulations, regardless of certification level.
Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager is preferred
References will be required