Kitchen Manager

Job Title:

Kitchen Manager

Reports To:

General Manager / Owner Job Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and organized Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. You will manage daily kitchen workflows, lead the culinary team, control costs, and ensure consistent food quality. The ideal candidate balances hands-on staff leadership with excellent administrative skills to maintain a profitable, safe, and efficient kitchen.

• Team Leadership:
  Recruit, hire, train, and manage all back-of-house staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.
• Scheduling:
  Create balanced weekly staff schedules that align with labor budget targets and peak business hours.
• Inventory Management:
  Conduct regular inventory counts, order food and supplies, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Financial Control:
  Track food and labor costs, implement waste-reduction strategies, and maximize kitchen profitability.
• Quality Control:
  Enforce portion sizes, presentation guidelines, and prep procedures to guarantee consistent food quality.
• Compliance & Safety:
  Maintain strict health, sanitation, and safety standards, ensuring full compliance with all local health codes.
• Equipment Care:
  Inspect commercial kitchen equipment regularly and coordinate routine maintenance or emergency repairs.

• Experience:
  
  2-4 years of commercial kitchen experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Certifications:
  
  Current Serv Safe Manager certification (or local equivalent) required.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer proficiency, including experience with POS systems and inventory management software.
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to stand for long periods, work in a high-temperature environment, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Availability:
  Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be fluent in English and Spanish