assistant kitchen manager

Dal Fuoco LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

Dal Fuoco LLC in Cleveland, OH seeks an Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead back‑of‑house operations in a fast‑paced environment. You will support the Kitchen Manager, supervise line cooks, and uphold high standards of food quality and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience in a kitchen, strong culinary knowledge, and a track record of managing inventory and costs while maintaining safety and sanitation. Flexibility for nights and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role such as Sous Chef or Lead Cook.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, culinary techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Experience with inventory management, food costing, and ordering.
• Understanding of food safety regulations; ServSafe certification preferred.
• Ability to lead, coach, and inspire a kitchen team in a high-volume setting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Kitchen Manager in daily back-of-house operations and workflow.
• Supervise, train, and motivate line cooks and kitchen staff.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Manage inventory, food ordering, and stock rotation to cut waste.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and shift coordination.
• Step in as acting Kitchen Manager in their absence.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Sous Chef/Lead Cook experience

Inventory management

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance

About the Role

Dal Fuoco LLC is looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Kitchen Manager to join our team in Cleveland, OH! This is your chance to step into a leadership role in a dynamic kitchen environment where your culinary skills and management talent will truly shine. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and love bringing great food to life, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for somone who wants to move forward their career and join a team bound for success. Make noi mistake we will expect you to work but also believe in a quailty of life for our management team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Kitchen Manager in overseeing daily back-of-house operations and kitchen workflow
• Supervise, train, and motivate line cooks and kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency to ensure guest satisfaction
• Manage inventory, food ordering, and stock rotation to minimize waste and control costs
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance at all times
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and shift coordination
• Step in as acting Kitchen Manager in their absence, leading the team with confidence

Requirements

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role such as Sous Chef or Lead Cook
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, culinary techniques, and kitchen operations
• Experience with inventory management, food costing, and ordering
• Solid understanding of food safety regulations and ServSafe certification (preferred)
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and inspire a kitchen team in a high-volume environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

About Us

Dal Fuoco LLC is a beloved culinary destination in Cleveland, OH, known for delivering bold flavors and an exceptional dining experience. Our team is passionate about food, hospitality, and creating a workplace where talent is recognized and growth is encouraged. We pride ourselves on a culture built on teamwork, creativity, and a shared love for great food.