Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,300.00 - $63,900.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
The Waterway is a renowned establishment committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. As a prominent restaurant, it emphasizes a fresh, welcoming environment and a menu that caters to a variety of tastes and occasions. Within this setting, the role of the Kitchen Manager is essential to preserving the culinary excellence and operational efficiency that the Waterway is known for. This position holds comprehensive responsibility for managing all kitchen functions, including food purchasing, preparation, quality standards maintenance, sanitation, cleanliness, and employee training. The Kitchen Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous kitchen or culinary management experience
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to understand and control food costs
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment and software including POS and inventory tools
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Capacity to train and develop kitchen staff
- Physical capability to perform job-related duties including standing and lifting
- Commitment to workplace safety and compliance
- Flexibility to adapt to changing work demands
- Strong problem-solving skills
Job Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Proficient negotiation skills
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Experience working with diverse teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Job Duties
- Promote, work, and act consistent with the mission of the Waterway
- Maintain appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, equipment, and food storage areas
- Monitor sanitation practices ensuring compliance with standards and regulations
- Check quality of raw or cooked food products to meet standards
- Maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control
- Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies including food and ingredients
- Control food cost and usage through proper requisition, storage, recipes, and waste control
- Instruct cooks and kitchen staff on preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation
- Collaborate with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes, and prepare recipes
- Supervise activities of kitchen staff involved in food preparation
- Ensure consistent preparation and serving according to recipes and standards
- Schedule kitchen personnel to meet business needs and labor cost targets
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for standard compliance
- Order and requisition food, equipment, and supplies required for efficient operations
- Verify orders meet predetermined specifications and unit counts
- Ensure deliveries comply with receiving policies and procedures
- Determine production schedules and staff needs to ensure timely service
- Check quantity and quality of incoming products
- Create decorative food displays and determine food presentation
- Plan, direct, or supervise food preparation across multiple kitchens or restaurants
- Coordinate planning, budgeting, and purchasing for food operations
- Analyze recipes to assign menu item prices based on food, labor, and overhead costs
- Prepare and cook foods regularly or for special functions
- Negotiate prices and order supplies with sales representatives
- Make hiring, promotion, evaluation, and disciplinary decisions for kitchen personnel
- Ensure performance appraisal and personnel policies compliance
- Provide orientation and continuous training on kitchen equipment, cleanliness, safety, and procedures
- Collaborate in developing recipes and menus considering seasonal and guest factors
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and operational condition
- Meet with guests for menu discussions on special occasions
- Prepare required paperwork such as reports and schedules
- Attend employee meetings and offer operational improvement suggestions
- Assist fellow employees to meet guest needs and support restaurant operations
- Fill in for employees as needed to maintain service standards and operations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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