Bakery Kitchen Manager: Flexible Hours & Savory Expertise

One Off Hospitality Group; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

One Off Hospitality Group in Oak Park operates Publican Quality Bread bakery. The Kitchen Manager supports the Head Baker and General Manager, overseeing BOH operations and ensuring quality and safety standards are met daily.

This role requires at least five years of BOH experience, a Food Handler Certification, and the ability to manage staff, costs, and schedules in a busy bakery environment with flexible hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 5 years of overall BOH experience.
• Food Handler Certification required.
• Ability to handle stress and work under pressure.
• Willingness to maintain a clean, safe kitchen and bakery environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains high quality and consistency in all BOH processes.
• Leads by example; guidance for cooking technique, behavior and work ethic.
• Teaches staff proper technique and execution.
• Promotes teamwork and morale among all employees.
• Focuses on food cost, inventory and waste reduction.
• Ensures safety and health regulations are followed.
• Assists with kitchen inventory and ordering.
• Assists with training new staff members.
• Proactively maintains the facility and equipment.
• Maintains strong communication with leadership and staff.
• Supports other shifts and roles during peak times.
• Understands company values and philosophy.
• Performs other tasks as assigned and stays composed under pressure.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Time management

Staff training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler Certification

Job description

One Off Hospitality Group in Oak Park operates Publican Quality Bread bakery. The Kitchen Manager supports the Head Baker and General Manager, overseeing BOH operations and ensuring quality and safety standards are met daily.

This role requires at least five years of BOH experience, a Food Handler Certification, and the ability to manage staff, costs, and schedules in a busy bakery environment with flexible hours including weekends.