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Kitchen Operations Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Training and Development
Meal allowance

Job Description

The Kitchen Operations Manager role is a pivotal position within a restaurant setting, demanding a blend of leadership, operational excellence, and a passion for delivering top-tier dining experiences. Restaurants are dynamic environments where efficiency, teamwork, and culinary quality intersect, and the Kitchen Operations Manager stands at the heart of this nexus to drive success. This role involves overseeing the entire kitchen area, ensuring that all operations flow seamlessly from ingredient ordering to food preparation, and maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards.

The establishment hiring for this position operates within the food service industry, specifically focusing on providing exceptional restaurant dining... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • associate degree in hospitality-related field preferred
  • valid driver’s license
  • minimum 2 years of restaurant management experience preferred
  • willingness to work a minimum of 50 hours per week including flexible hours during weekends and holidays
  • ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds
  • able to perform physical activities such as sitting, using hands, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and verbal communication
  • specific vision requirements including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • an associate degree in a hospitality-related field or equivalent is preferred
  • NRA ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications are preferred
  • a minimum of 2 years of restaurant management experience preferred
  • outstanding people management, communication, and listening skills
  • self-motivated with strong attention to detail
  • passionate about the brand and dedicated to training others
  • ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts
  • effective communicator with team members, guests, and vendors
  • strong time management and organizational capabilities
  • flexible and adaptable to change
  • familiarity with labor laws, health codes, and safe food handling practices

Job Duties

  • Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand
  • supervise and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring smooth organization of food orders
  • oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality standards
  • recruit, train, and develop kitchen personnel in their respective roles
  • monitor inventory levels and conduct weekly inventory assessments
  • create work schedules to optimize staff efficiency
  • ensure all food products are stored in accordance with health and safety regulations
  • maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
  • prepare weekly and monthly cost reports to track expenses
  • execute additional responsibilities as assigned to support restaurant operations

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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