Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.00
Work Schedule
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
friendly work environment
Job Description
Brechtel Hospitality is a prominent and dynamic hospitality company committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences in New Orleans, known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant social scene. With a reputation for innovation and high standards, Brechtel Hospitality operates a variety of concepts that blend casual presentation with elevated quality and service. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming talented and motivated individuals from all backgrounds. They aim to create a workplace where employees can grow professionally while contributing to an outstanding guest experience.
The Kitchen Manager (KM) role at Brechtel Hospitality is pivota... Show More
The Kitchen Manager (KM) role at Brechtel Hospitality is pivota... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- minimum 2 years kitchen management experience
- ability to work flexible, long shifts
- physical ability to perform kitchen duties
- strong communication skills
- leadership ability
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation
- ability to train and supervise staff
- capacity to manage inventory and costs
- commitment to quality and standards
- ability to handle high-pressure environments
Job Qualifications
- must have 2 years of kitchen management experience in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant
- solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking
- strong communication skills
- strong leadership skills
- culinary school background a plus
- able to work ten hour-plus shifts
- able to stand, sit or walk for extended periods
- finger/hand dexterity to operate kitchen machinery and knives
- able to withstand changes in temperature, occasional smoke, steam and heat
- must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations and distinguish product qualities
Job Duties
- ensures proper staffing levels by recruiting, interviewing and hiring talented kitchen staff members following company guidelines
- manages assigned staff, including scheduling, performance feedback, discipline, investigations and terminations
- responsible for on-boarding, training and professional development of all HOH staff members
- effectively communicates to management to ensure effective and efficient operations without issue
- builds trust with staff members and management through clear and honest communication and feedback
- evaluates staff quality, care and morale and strives for improvement
- ensures all food and products are prepared and served according to recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
- assumes full responsibility for quality of products served
- follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup
- handles, stores and rotates all products properly
- achieves or exceeds restaurant budgets for food cost, HOH labor cost and kitchen expenses
- ensures compliance with inventory procedures
- implements and maintains all kitchen systems
- conducts daily line checks
- provides clear feedback to kitchen team and management
- monitors customer feedback and communicates with team to follow up with corrective action plans
- conducts monthly housekeeping, food safety and sanitation and facility reviews
- ensures kitchen cleanliness and health department compliance
- places standards to avoid cross-contamination and improper food handling
- ensures equipment is clean and in excellent working condition
- oversees product ordering and receiving
- controls food cost and usage
- oversees employee performance appraisals
- administers corrective action for policy violations
- trains personnel in safe operation of equipment
- maintains cleaning schedules
- checks and maintains food holding and refrigeration temperature
- communicates clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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