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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive salary with bonus potential
Access to comprehensive benefits, because when the game is always on, your well-being matters!
weekly pay
Flexible scheduling designed to promote work-life balance
Shift meal discount and generous family dining discount
Best in Class Training, Leadership Development, and Continuous Learning opportunities
Significant Advancement Opportunities within the company
paid time off (PTO)
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Benefits / Reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Champions of Hope
Cash Referral Program
Journey Wellbeing Support Tool
PerkSpot Discount Program
Recognition and awards program
Slip Resistant Shoes Programs
community and charitable involvement initiatives
Igniting Dreams Grant Program
Training Contests and incentives
Job Description
Greenleaf Hospitality Group (GHG) is a distinguished leader in the hospitality industry recognized nationally for its excellence, having been named one of the Nation's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for. GHG operates a dynamic portfolio of properties in Kalamazoo, including the renowned Radisson Plaza Hotel, Kalamazoo Country Club, and the upcoming Kalamazoo Event Center set to open in 2027. The company prides itself on fostering a culture that emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and continuous professional growth for its teams. Employees at GHG benefit from a supportive work environment where innovation and enthusiasm are highly valued, making it a premier... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to stand for long periods up to 10 plus hours
- Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds
- Comfortable with bending, reaching, and repetitive tasks
- Able to safely work with kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in a high-volume kitchen management role, such as Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager
- Exceptional culinary skills with a deep understanding of food preparation techniques, quality control, and presentation
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a large kitchen team effectively
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of efficiently directing all back-of-house operations
- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with the Executive Chef, front-of-house management, and team members
- Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness
Job Duties
- Your role is central to managing the day-to-day operations, ensuring every dish meets our exacting standards for preparation and presentation, even during peak rush times
- Oversee and manage all aspects of kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef
- Lead, train, and manage the culinary team to ensure consistent execution of all menu items and recipes
- Maintain stringent food quality and presentation standards for every dish served
- Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving processes to control food costs and minimize waste
- Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations (HACCP)
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships and communication with both back-of-house and front-of-house teams
- Contribute to menu development, recipe refinement, and kitchen efficiency improvements
- Conduct regular kitchen equipment inspections and coordinate necessary maintenance or repairs
- Manage kitchen labor costs through efficient scheduling and deployment of team members
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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