Carolinas Mexican Food BOH Shift Manager

R365hire; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

401(k)

401(k) matching

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Carolina's Mexican Food in Peoria, IL seeks a dedicated Kitchen BOH Shift Manager to oversee back-of-house operations, staff, inventory, and food safety. You will drive cost efficiencies, ensure sanitation, and coordinate with restaurant leadership to maintain smooth kitchen operations.

The role requires strong leadership, multitasking ability, and a focus on high standards. Evening/weekend shifts are included as part of a flexible schedule. Prior ServSafe or food safety experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or similar in high-volume food service.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; bilingual preferred but mandatory.
• High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; patient and empathetic.
• Experience with cost control, inventory management, and scheduling software.
• ServSafe or other safety certifications.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently and ensure training and standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee food prep and presentation; conduct line checks and logs.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce sanitation and safety standards.d
• Communication: Maintain open lines with management and participate in meetings.
• System Maintenance: Use prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Sanitation

Cost control

Inventory management

Scheduling software

Bilingual

Communication

Job description

Full Time Carolina's Mexican Food - Peoria

• Holiday Pay
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen BOH Shift Manager to oversee the back-of-house operations at our bustling restaurant. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient management of kitchen staff, food production, and inventory control. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with restaurant leadership to maintain food cost efficiencies, uphold the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness, and ensure a seamless kitchen operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs. Oversee inventory to optimize food costs in conjunction with the back-of-house management team.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently, making necessary adjustments to staffing levels to match business demands. Ensure all kitchen staff are well-trained and adhere to restaurant standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality. Conduct regular line checks, temperature logs, and food quality assessments.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all management levels to address any operational concerns promptly. Participate actively in management meetings to discuss and resolve operational issues.
• System Maintenance: Implement and monitor back-of-house systems including prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs to ensure operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in a high-volume food service setting.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team. Bilingual preferred but mandatory.
• High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Patient and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
• Familiarity with cost control, inventory management techniques, and scheduling software.
• Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Compensation: $19.70 - $24.00 per hour