Chef Manager: Lead Kitchen Ops & Menu Strategy

Asbury Communities, Inc.; Gaithersburg (MD); Sur place; USD 57 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with match

Paid time off and holidays

Résumé du poste

Asbury Communities, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our culinary team, upholding the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service.

The role oversees daily kitchen operations, mentors staff, manages inventory and costs, and collaborates with leadership on menu development to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests.

Qualifications

• 5+ years culinary experience with a minimum of 3 years in a kitchen management or supervisory role
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations, health codes, and sanitation standards
• Proficiency in inventory management, cost control, and budget analysis

Responsabilités

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency and quality standards
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional development
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to optimize costs while maintaining product quality
• Develop and customize menus in collaboration with executive leadership, considering seasonal ingredients and operational capabilities
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations, health codes, and company food handling protocols
• Monitor and control food costs, portion sizes, and waste to maintain profitability targets
• Conduct regular quality control inspections and implement corrective actions as needed
• Schedule kitchen staff efficiently to meet operational demands and maintain labor cost objectives
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with all health and safety standards
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery
• Analyze kitchen performance metrics and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Connaissances

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost control

Team management

Vendor relations

Kitchen management software

Communication

Outils

POS systems

Inventory management software

Description du poste

Asbury Communities, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead our culinary team, upholding the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service.

The role oversees daily kitchen operations, mentors staff, manages inventory and costs, and collaborates with leadership on menu development to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests.