Position: Kitchen Manager
About:
Manager will “own” their deli. The following list is a baseline expectation for the job of a Kitchen Manager. The Kitchen Manager should take an active, measured approach to growing their location. The bonus incentives built into the salary put full earning potential into the Kitchen Manager’s hands.
The Kitchen Manager will oversee staff, budgets, and operations of the deli. Kitchen Manager responsibilities include supporting the General Manager to drive sales and formulate overall strategy, managing people and implementing store policies. To be successful in this role, the
Kitchen Manager should be a thoughtful leader and a confident decision-maker, helping develop the staff and encourage them to be productive, while ensuring profits are on the rise. Ultimately, the Kitchen Manager helps their Common Market grow and thrive.
The Kitchen Manager role does require weekend availability but is also a daytime focused position. The majority of the job duties and responsibilities can be accomplished within a traditional working schedule. This unique role allows the Kitchen Manager to enjoy a work-life balance unlike many
others in the hospitality industry.
Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30lbs
Must be able to traverse and access all parts of the store
Prolonged periods of standing, preparing and cooking food
Must be able to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable access to a personal vehicle
Experience and Education:
Experience in Kitchen management required
Business experience preferred
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience in planning and budgeting preferred
Skills:
Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred
Strong base of culinary knowledge
Exceptional customer service
Knowledge of business processes and functions
Excellent communication skills
Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
Conflict resolution and problem-solving aptitude
Attention to detail
Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations
Manage scheduling of kitchen staff
Order ingredients, materials, and supplies based on business trends
Maintain budgets to hit predetermined margins and set goals for growth
Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally
Ensure highest standards of food quality are maintained at all times
Maintain and support a professional work environment at all times
Coordinate the training of new employees
Coach and lead current employees
Evaluate and improve operations while maintaining a targeted labor cost
Ensure staff follows all regulations; maintain a sanitation score of 95 or better
Support General Manager to optimize overall operations of store
Benefits:
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount & Shift Meals
Paid Training
Daytime Focused Position
