Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $41,900.00 - $67,200.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

A friendly work environment
Paid Time Off
Salary plus bonus
discounts on food and beverages
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
vision benefits
401K with company match

Job Description

Zinc Cafe & Market is a vibrant and contemporary restaurant and market known for its dedication to exceptional food quality, outstanding customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Established with the commitment to provide guests with fresh, high-quality dishes made from carefully sourced ingredients, Zinc Cafe & Market combines the charm of a local eatery with the professionalism of a well-managed culinary establishment. The company prides itself on fostering a friendly and positive work environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and a shared passion for great food. Zinc Cafe & Market is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years of kitchen management experience
  • Food handler's certification
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and POS systems
  • Ability to lead and inspire a team
  • Strong communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Capacity to work with hot foods and kitchen equipment
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods
  • Physical capability for stooping, kneeling, and crouching
  • Willingness to adhere to company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

  • Strong passion for good food
  • Proven ability to develop, lead and inspire a team
  • Experience in restaurant analytics and achieving results through managing key performance indicators
  • Knowledge of systems, technologies and processes that contribute to great execution in a kitchen
  • At least 2+ years of current or kitchen management experience, similar concepts are a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, POS systems, restaurant operations systems
  • Proficient in English
  • Food handler's certification

Job Duties

  • Embrace and teach the use of profit tracking tools to reduce waste, manage labor and drive sales
  • Approve all invoices and purchases for the kitchen
  • Utilize operational checklists to run the shift and ensure the kitchen team is always doing the same
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with the General Manager
  • Ensure Zinc kitchen team members are focused, meet Zinc uniform standards and work collaboratively together to provide consistently great food
  • Follow and enforce all company policies and standard operating procedures
  • Ingredients are purchased according to company specifications and always look fresh, appealing and meet recipe expectations
  • Conduct line checks every shift and always coach and follow up on any necessary corrections
  • Food products consistently meet the customers guests' expectations as well as company standards
  • Ensure the kitchen meets all federal, state and local regulations
  • Manage kitchen facility and repairs and maintenance through regular audits, preventative maintenance, use of approved vendors, and proper equipment training, maintenance and use
  • Enforce, embody and coach staff in proper health and safety practices, including all safety and state guidelines for preventing transmission of Covid-19 and other illnesses
  • Maintain the highest rating from health department and enforce health department standards at all times, including during health department visits
  • Participate in safety committee meetings and disseminate information through entire team
  • Embody company mission and values, inspire the team to do the same
  • Create and post all schedules for hourly staff and management
  • Provide supervision, guidance and leadership to the management team and staff to achieve and exceed department goals
  • Develop, coach, motivate and evaluate management team and encourage their participation in decision-making
  • Facilitate training and development for kitchen management and staff

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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