Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Kennedy Concepts is a distinguished hospitality company dedicated to enriching the lives of its guests and team members by delivering exceptional food and beverage quality, legendary service, and a clean, comfortable environment with an energetic ambiance. Known for their commitment to excellence, Kennedy Concepts treats both guests and team members like family, fostering a culture that values teamwork, respect, and memorable dining experiences. Their operational philosophy focuses on building and retaining a strong team capable of consistently producing extraordinary service and culinary offerings. The company takes pride in the vibrant and welcoming atmosphere they create, which elevates every meal into... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working in hot and cold kitchen environments
- Flexible schedule with availability on nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years of culinary leadership in a high-volume kitchen
- Proven track record managing BOH teams and kitchen operations
- Strong financial acumen, including food and labor cost control
- Expert knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred
- ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain
Job Duties
- Supervise, train, and lead BOH staff including cooks, prep team, and dishwashers
- Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard new BOH employees
- Conduct performance evaluations, manage accountability, and foster a positive, disciplined, and team-oriented culture
- Lead regular BOH staff meetings
- Ensure compliance with all company standards, policies, and procedures
- Oversee daily food preparation, execution, and presentation to maintain brand standards
- Ensure recipe accuracy, portion control, and plating consistency
- Develop and test new menu items and specials
- Ensure proper storage, handling, and rotation of all food items in line with safety standards
- Manage purchasing, receiving, and inventory control for all food, supplies, and kitchen equipment
- Conduct weekly and monthly inventories and prepare COGS reports
- Monitor food and labor costs to meet or exceed budget targets
- Negotiate with vendors and maintain cost-effective purchasing practices
- Implement strategies to minimize waste and reduce expenses without compromising quality
- Ensure all BOH employees are fully trained in recipes, portions, presentations, and procedures
- Maintain and update training materials as needed
- Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace policies at all times
- Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen
- Ensure monthly equipment maintenance schedules are followed
- Coordinate with maintenance personnel and vendors for timely repairs
- Oversee pest control, ensuring swift resolution of issues and vendor accountability
- Prepare for and lead successful health inspections, maintaining a minimum score of 93 or higher
- Guarantee all food meets company and ownership standards
- Oversee recipe execution, shelf-life specifications, and cooking procedures
- Ensure food is served at proper temperatures, in a timely manner, and to the guest’s specifications
- Research and develop innovative recipes, presentations, and weekly/monthly specials
- Complete and submit reports, invoices, and BOH documentation accurately and on time
- Collaborate with the General Manager on business needs, events, and operational challenges
- Ensure invoices and vendor communications are properly coded and documented
- Create weekly BOH schedules to ensure proper coverage and labor cost efficiency
- Maintain appropriate staffing levels by proactively hiring or adjusting schedules as needed
- Approve overtime only when necessary, and ensure supervisors enforce company policies
- Recognize and reward strong performance while addressing policy violations with proper documentation
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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