Culinary Manager

Uccellos; Grand Rapids; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Great benefits

Flexible scheduling

Bonus program

Complimentary dining experiences

Job summary

Uccello's Hospitality Group is seeking a Culinary Manager in Grand Rapids, MI. The role supports the kitchen management team to ensure high-quality food, sanitation, and cost control while delivering exceptional guest service.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in kitchen management in a high-volume setting, with leadership experience, proficiency in math and basic computer skills, and the ability to work long shifts in a fast-paced environment. Pizzeria experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of current kitchen management in a high-volume kitchen.
• Pizzeria experience is a plus.
• Strong ops background ensuring high-quality food and outstanding guest service.
• Proven track record of controlling food and labor costs.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a high-volume operation.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• Ability to communicate in the restaurant's operating area's language(s).
• Demonstrated leadership: coaching, directing, motivating team members.
• Excellent basic math skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and email.
• Able to stand long, lift up to 50 pounds, and work 45+ hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen management in executing all kitchen functions.
• Oversee food preparation and maintain quality standards.
• Ensure sanitation and cleanliness.
• Train team members in cooking methods, presentation, portions, cost control, and sanitation.
• Manage efficiency and cost control in a high-volume environment.
• Supervise scheduling and labor costs.

Skills

Kitchen management

High-volume operation

Guest service

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Math skills

Microsoft Office / Email

Stamina & long shifts

Work under pressure

Pizzeria experience

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Job 178910 - Culinary Manager
Grand Rapids, MI

Uccello's Hospitality Group is expanding our team and are looking for individuals who are committed to providing a memorable family experience to our Team and Guests as a Culinary Manager!

UHG has operated successfully for 43 years and is proud to offer Team Members opportunities to grow their culinary and hospitality careers. UHG also offers competitive wages, great benefits, flexible scheduling and more!
Our Core Values:

• Resilient: Adaptable and flexible, grace under fire, create positive change
• Committed: Give more than expected, never compromise on our Quality and Reputation
• Humbly Confident: Open and honest, balanced ego, no arrogance, doing good while being good
• Hospitality Driven: We care for each other, we care for our Guests, we care for our community, we care for our vendors. In that order.
• Always Seek First to Understand: empathic listening, think Win/Win
• Do the Right Thing: Trust, respect, and integrity in all of our relationships.

The Position:
Responsible for supporting the kitchen management team in successfully executing all kitchen functions including food preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training of team members in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control and sanitation and cleanliness.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-5 years (current) Kitchen Management experience in a high volume kitchen.
• Pizzeria experience is a plus
• Strong operational background and ability to provide high-quality food and outstanding guest service.
• A track record of success in effectively controlling food and labor cost.
• The ability to thrive under pressure. This is a high-volume operation
• Culinary Arts degree preferred
• Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of the restaurant’s operating area.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, directing, and motivating team members
• Possess excellent basic math skills
• Have basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Office and the use of email.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the stamina to work 10 to 12-hour shifts when necessary and at least 45 hours per week

What Uccello’s Hospitality Group has to offer:

• An outstanding culture with a local, family-owned company
• A competitive salary, plus a generous bonus program paid per 4 week period based on the financial performance of the restaurant.
• Complimentary dining experiences at all of our restaurants for you and your guests.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off package includes vacation after 6 months of employment.
• A weekly paycheck!
• Potential- Our company growth and leadership development program will help you achieve your career goals.