Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Meal Allowances
Job Description
Umami Riot is a pioneering hospitality group established through the vision of Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman. With a strong foundation rooted in Japanese culinary traditions and infused with a contemporary Bostonian spirit, Umami Riot is committed to delivering an extraordinary dining experience that blends joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. The company is recognized for its bold flavors, precision cooking, and a fresh approach to Japanese foodways, setting it apart as a modern leader in the culinary scene. Known for its innovative and fearless creativity, Umami Riot continuously redefines the standards of hospitality, creating welcoming and memorable... Show More
Job Requirements
- 5-7 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience
- Proven ability to lead under pressure in a dynamic, high-volume environment
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, labor budgets, and inventory controls
- Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
- Inspiring leadership presence with a positive, energetic, solutions-oriented mindset
- Deep working knowledge of culinary technique, food safety regulations, and sanitation standards
- Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
Job Qualifications
- 5-7 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience
- Proven ability to lead under pressure in a dynamic, high-volume environment
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, labor budgets, and inventory controls
- Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
- Inspiring leadership presence with a positive, energetic, solutions-oriented mindset
- Deep working knowledge of culinary technique, food safety regulations, and sanitation standards
- Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
Job Duties
- Provide comprehensive leadership of restaurant operations, aligning Front of House and Heart of House teams
- Recruit, hire, develop, coach, and hold accountable all Heart of House team members, including Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dish Team
- Direct daily culinary operations with focus on consistency, craftsmanship, quality control, and execution within brand standards
- Partner with operations leadership to launch new menu items, seasonal features, and culinary initiatives
- Foster a culture of growth, inclusion, and ambition within the Heart of House team
- Develop and manage weekly labor schedules aligning staffing with sales forecasts and productivity
- Maintain and refine recipe systems, ordering guides, prep pars, and kitchen workflows to ensure consistency and maximize profitability
- Lead ongoing culinary education initiatives covering knife skills, technique development, product knowledge, and sanitation
- Analyze P&L statements with SVP of Culinary, making data-driven decisions on food cost and labor management
- Command the kitchen during service, setting tone for urgency, professionalism, teamwork, and excellence
- Collaborate cross-functionally to drive sales growth, support marketing initiatives, and execute special events
- Oversee flawless execution of private dining and special events
- Supervise daily financial reporting, inventory management, and opening and closing procedures
- Manage purchasing and vendor relationships, negotiate and reduce waste
- Maintain kitchen organization, equipment maintenance, and facility standards
- Perform additional duties as needed
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Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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