Kitchen Manager | Growing restaurant group! #ZNJ

Job Description Job Description Our upscale casual restaurant is seeking an experienced and dedicated Culinary Manager to lead our kitchen. As the Culinary Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and safety, and delivering a positive dining experience to our guests. Responsibilities: * Kitchen Operations : Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and cleanliness. Ensure that all dishes meet quality standards, are served on time, and adhere to recipes and portion sizes. * Team Leadership : Lead and motivate a team of kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and prep personnel. Foster a positive work environment, promote teamwork, and provide ongoing training and development to enhance skills and knowledge. * Food Quality and Safety : Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation. Implement and enforce strict adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations. Conduct regular inspections and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance. * Inventory and Cost Control : Manage food inventory levels, minimize waste, and implement effective portion control practices. Collaborate with management to develop and monitor budgets, control costs, and optimize overall kitchen efficiency. * Staff Training and Development : Train and develop kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, plating presentations, and adherence to recipes and standards. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. * Health and Safety Compliance : Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation. Job Benefits: * Salary up to $65,000 based on experience * Direct Deposit * 401K * Comprehensive Health benefits * Paid time off (PTO) * Excellent room for growth and advancement * Employee Discounts Qualifications: * Minimum three (3) years experience as a Culinary/Kitchen Manager in a scratch kitchen restaurant. * Strong culinary skills and a solid understanding of kitchen operations. * Excellent leadership and team management abilities. * In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Proficiency in inventory management and cost control practices. * Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. If you are a detail-oriented and motivated Kitchen Manager with a passion for delivering exceptional food and service, we want to hear from you. ---- #STS Company Description Superior Talent Source is a niche search agency specializing in executive placement nationwide with leading restaurants, hotels country clubs and resorts across the United States. Our recruiters have decades of experience in recruiting for the Hospitality industry, and they have built up an excellent network of relationships as well as a deep understanding of the marketplace. Our recruiter's expertise together with our approach is focused on finding the right fit for both candidate and client, whilst delivering a quality service. Our success is built on investing in relationships and doing it the right way. Going beyond phone calls and e-mails, taking the time to attend conferences, being active members of professional groups and social media. Getting to know clients and candidates on a personal level and supporting and nurturing the relationships we establish. Lastly, we know what it takes and how to match the right candidate to the right client. Company Description Superior Talent Source is a niche search agency specializing in executive placement nationwide with leading restaurants, hotels country clubs and resorts across the United States.\r\n\r\nOur recruiters have decades of experience in recruiting for the Hospitality industry, and they have built up an excellent network of relationships as well as a deep understanding of the marketplace.\r\n\r\nOur recruiter's expertise together with our approach is focused on finding the right fit for both candidate and client, whilst delivering a quality service.\r\n\r\nOur success is built on investing in relationships and doing it the right way. Going beyond phone calls and e-mails, taking the time to attend conferences, being active members of professional groups and social media. Getting to know clients and candidates on a personal level and supporting and nurturing the relationships we establish.\r\n\r\nLastly, we know what it takes and how to match the right candidate to the right client.