Culinary Manager

Hillstone Restaurant Group; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Comprehensive medical plan

Dining credit

Job summary

Hillstone Restaurant Group in Napa, CA is seeking a skilled Culinary Manager to uphold our standards of culinary excellence and ensure smooth kitchen operation in a fast-paced, high-volume dining environment.

This role leads daily kitchen activities, trains and inspires a diverse culinary team, manages food costs and inventory, and enforces health and safety standards while delivering top-quality plates to guests. Newly selected managers will receive 8 weeks of on-site rotational training.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or similar high-volume restaurant role.
• Strong leadership to inspire a diverse team.
• In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety.
• Excellent organizational and time management in a fast-paced setting.
• Financial acumen including budgeting, cost control and inventory.
• Effective communication with team members and departments.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking, and plating.
• Lead and motivate a culinary team with training and guidance.
• Collaborate with management to maintain taste and presentation standards.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and manage food costs.
• Enforce health and safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Foster positive teamwork and open communication.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary techniques

Food safety regulations

Budgeting

Inventory management

Communication

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Manager to join our dynamic team at Hillstone. As a part of our management, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence and ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.

Newly selected managers will receive 8 weeks of rotational training on-site.

Salary: $100,000-$110,000

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to consistently deliver top-quality dishes.
• Lead and motivate a team of culinary professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance and development
• Collaborate closely with the management team, ensuring all productsmeet our high standards of taste andpresentation.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs to maintain budgetary targets while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness.
• Implement and enforce health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a safe working environment.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork among all staff members.

Requirements

• Proven experience in hospitalityor in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team
• In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen operations
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control, and inventory management
• Effective communication skills to liaise with team members, executive chef, and other departments
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

If you are passionate about culinary excellence, possess strong leadership abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to join our team.

To learn more, visit our website, or read a featured profiles in Bon Appetit magazine and the NY Times:

http://www.hillstone.com/press/bonappetit

https://hillstone.com/employment/NYTimesAug2024.pdf

Benefits

• paid vacation
• comprehensive medical plan
• dining credit