Kitchen Manager

Glendale, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a professional restaurant dedicated to delivering high-quality dining experiences to its patrons. With a strong emphasis on culinary excellence, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency, the restaurant prides itself on maintaining superior standards in food preparation and kitchen management. This establishment is known for its commitment to employing skilled personnel and fostering a positive work culture that ensures all guests receive exceptional service and delicious meals prepared in a safe and sanitary environment.

The role available is that of a Kitchen Manager, a pivotal position responsible for overseeing all kitchen functions to ensure the seamless ope... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests
be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter
at least 6 months experience in a similar capacity

Job Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter
at least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests
knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
leadership skills and experience in employee training and development
ability to manage inventory and control costs
strong organizational and administrative skills

Job Duties

Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
make employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate
provide orientation of company and department rules, policies and procedures and oversee training of new kitchen employees
fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
prepare all required paperwork including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner
ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs
work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu items
ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures
control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures
oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis
schedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures
oversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils
responsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices
responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment and food storage areas
check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
provide safety training in first aid, CPR, lifting and carrying objects and handling hazardous materials
foster a positive work environment

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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