KITCHEN MANAGER

JOB TITLE: KITCHEN MANAGERREPORTS TO: VP OF OPERATIONSSUMARY OF POSITIONDirectly oversees all kitchen operations, including food purchasing, preparation, and production, while ensuring the highest standards of food quality, sanitation, and cleanliness. Responsible for training and developing kitchen staff in food preparation techniques, cooking methods, plate presentation, portion control, cost management, and compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to Don Strange recipes, portioning, cooking, serving, timing, presentation standards, and applicable dietary requirementsMake employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriateProvide orientation of company and department rules, policies and procedures and oversee training of new kitchen employeesFill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operationsPrepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely mannerEnsure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in working condition through personal inspection and through preventative maintenanceWork with management to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu itemsEnsure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with Don Strange receiving policies and proceduresControl food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control proceduresOversee and ensure that policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basisSchedule labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are metBe knowledgeable of company policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any violations of company policies, rules and proceduresOversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensilsResponsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practicesResponsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment and food storage areasCheck and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control pointsProvide available safety training in first aid, CPR, lifting and carrying objects and handling hazardous materials, when applicableSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook, expediter, catering cookProven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager, or ChefHands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredientsAt least 2 years of experience in a similar management capacityKnowledge of a wide range of recipes and mathematical ability to scale recipes as neededOrganizational and conflict management skillsAbility to manage a team in a fast-paced work environmentFamiliarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulationsMust be able to communicate clearly with management, kitchen, sales and production personnelFlexibility to work during evenings and weekendsCertification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plusBe able to reach, bend, stoop, frequently lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a standing position for long periods of timeValid Texas driver’s license, proof of valid auto insurance, and ability to drive company vehiclesMust hold a current, valid Food Manager Certification throughout employmentDETAILSThis is a full-time, on-site positionFlexible scheduling and an energized environmentCompetitive pay with advancement opportunitiesWorkday meals (most days)Weekly payPTO accrued after one year of full-time employmentHealth insurance available to eligible full-time employees #J-18808-Ljbffr