Job Purpose:
The Kitchen Manager reports to the General Manager and oversees overall operational activities in and around the kitchen area.
Essential Functions:
• Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders
• Monitor inventory level and perform daily inventory assessments
• Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand
• Assist the General Manager in providing daily leadership and development to all Team Members
• Manage kitchen workflow
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, refrigerators, freezers, and all other areas where food is kept and stored
• Store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Ensure that Team Members are following safe food handling procedures
• Coach, train, and mentor kitchen staff
• Provide oversight and direction to kitchen staff
• Provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action with the assistance of the General Manager when necessary
• Communicate regularly with other mangers, the General Manager, and the Director of Operations
• Dedication to company quality systems and safety requirements
• Other responsibilities as projects as assigned by management
License/Certification:
• Food Safety certification
Skills/Qualifications:
• 3+ years of demonstrated success managing employees in a kitchen or food preparation setting
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours a day and lift 40 lbs.
• Advanced understanding and ability to follow excellent food safety practices
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail orientated with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude, honesty, and a team player mentality
• Maintain sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure
• Exhibit Leadership Skills: Integrity, Positive Influence, Sales Builder, Profit Builder, and People Developer
