Full Time Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

This position ensures the consistent preparation of high-quality food while maintaining food safety standards, controlling food and labor costs, managing inventory, and leading the kitchen team. The Kitchen Manager works closely with the General Manager and Food & Beverage Director to support restaurant operations, golf outings, banquets, weddings, and special events while delivering an exceptional dining experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

•Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and service.

•Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and portion controls.

•Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and supervise kitchen employees.

•Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen that complies with all health department and food safety regulations.

•Order food, supplies, and kitchen products while maintaining appropriate inventory levels and minimizing waste.

•Complete weekly inventory counts, monitor food and labor costs.

•Work with the Food & Beverage Director on menu development, pricing, seasonal offerings, and banquet menus.

•Ensure proper food storage, labeling, rotation, and temperature controls.

•Oversee opening and closing procedures, prep sheets, standardized recipes, checklists, and kitchen systems.

•Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance as needed.

•Assist in food preparation and service during peak business periods and special events.

•Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.

•Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· ServSafe Manager Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire.

· Minimum of five (5) years of kitchen experience, including supervisory or management experience preferred.

· Experience working in a scratch kitchen.

· Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

· Knowledge of inventory management, food costing, and labor control.

· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.

Physical Requirements

•Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

•Ability to frequently bend, lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.

•Ability to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment.

•Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business demands require.