Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Career development opportunities
team meals
Retirement Plan
Job Description
El Chile Kitchen is a vibrant dining establishment known for its authentic flavors and dedication to quality culinary experiences. As a respected player in the restaurant industry, El Chile Kitchen prides itself on delivering a unique blend of traditional and innovative Mexican cuisine that resonates with both locals and visitors. The company operates with a strong commitment to exceptional food, outstanding customer service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects the culture and spirit of the region. Recognized for its engaging environment and community-oriented values, El Chile Kitchen continues to grow and evolve, making it an exciting place for culinary professionals to advance their careers and contribute to a thriving food scene.
The position of Kitchen Manager at El Chile Kitchen offers a dynamic and fulfilling opportunity for an experienced culinary leader who is passionate about both creative excellence and operational efficiency. This full-time role, requiring 45-50 hours per week, includes a mixed schedule of AM and PM shifts with necessary availability on weekends and holidays. As a hybrid position combining culinary leadership and management responsibilities, the Kitchen Manager will play a key role in shaping the kitchen’s daily operations, culinary direction, and team development.
The Kitchen Manager / Lead Chef will oversee the creative aspects of menu development, recipe execution, and plating presentation, ensuring every dish meets the restaurant’s high standards for quality, consistency, and authenticity. At the same time, the role demands attentiveness to operational management, including staff supervision, scheduling, inventory control, ordering, compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining overall kitchen organization and cleanliness that supports a smooth and profitable operation.
This role is designed to grow over time, with increasing responsibility in both creative and administrative domains as the team strengthens. Training and collaboration are core to this position, involving close coordination with both Back-of-House (BOH) and Front-of-House (FOH) leadership teams to foster seamless service and enhanced efficiency. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, a hands-on approach, and a deep dedication to fostering a positive kitchen culture that encourages mentorship, accountability, and teamwork.
In summary, the Kitchen Manager at El Chile Kitchen is expected to act as both a culinary innovator and an operational leader, driving excellence across all facets of the kitchen. This opportunity is perfect for a motivated, experienced kitchen supervisor eager to develop professionally within an environment that values tradition, creativity, and operational success. The Kitchen Manager role is integral to ensuring that El Chile Kitchen continues to deliver memorable dining experiences while maintaining a high standard of kitchen operations and team performance.
The position of Kitchen Manager at El Chile Kitchen offers a dynamic and fulfilling opportunity for an experienced culinary leader who is passionate about both creative excellence and operational efficiency. This full-time role, requiring 45-50 hours per week, includes a mixed schedule of AM and PM shifts with necessary availability on weekends and holidays. As a hybrid position combining culinary leadership and management responsibilities, the Kitchen Manager will play a key role in shaping the kitchen’s daily operations, culinary direction, and team development.
The Kitchen Manager / Lead Chef will oversee the creative aspects of menu development, recipe execution, and plating presentation, ensuring every dish meets the restaurant’s high standards for quality, consistency, and authenticity. At the same time, the role demands attentiveness to operational management, including staff supervision, scheduling, inventory control, ordering, compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining overall kitchen organization and cleanliness that supports a smooth and profitable operation.
This role is designed to grow over time, with increasing responsibility in both creative and administrative domains as the team strengthens. Training and collaboration are core to this position, involving close coordination with both Back-of-House (BOH) and Front-of-House (FOH) leadership teams to foster seamless service and enhanced efficiency. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, a hands-on approach, and a deep dedication to fostering a positive kitchen culture that encourages mentorship, accountability, and teamwork.
In summary, the Kitchen Manager at El Chile Kitchen is expected to act as both a culinary innovator and an operational leader, driving excellence across all facets of the kitchen. This opportunity is perfect for a motivated, experienced kitchen supervisor eager to develop professionally within an environment that values tradition, creativity, and operational success. The Kitchen Manager role is integral to ensuring that El Chile Kitchen continues to deliver memorable dining experiences while maintaining a high standard of kitchen operations and team performance.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in kitchen supervision or culinary management
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and health standards
- Ability to lead and manage a diverse team
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
- Excellent communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience as kitchen supervisor with management experience preferred
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food safety standards
- Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Bilingual Spanish speaking a plus
Job Duties
- Oversee and actively participate in daily food preparation and service
- Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all dishes
- Monitor line setup, execution, and plate presentation during service
- Organize and maintain walk-ins, prep areas, and kitchen stations
- Manage inventory of food, supplies, and prepared items
- Place and track orders with food and supply vendors
- Receive and check in deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy
- Supervise and support all kitchen personnel across AM and PM shifts
- Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff
- Take ownership of team performance and accountability
- Oversee cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
- Ensure proper cleaning of BOH areas and applicable FOH spaces
- Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards at all times
- Assist with scheduling, labor management, and performance tracking
- Take on increasing administrative responsibilities as the role evolves
- Support systems that improve efficiency, consistency, and profitability
- Establish clear and consistent communication between BOH and FOH
- Collaborate with managers, servers, bussers, and expos to ensure smooth service
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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