Culinary Manager

Hillstone Restaurant Group; Santa Barbara (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 is seeking a skilled Culinary Manager to join their team in Santa Barbara. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, leading a culinary team, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have proven experience in a high-volume restaurant and strong leadership qualities.

The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid vacation and a medical plan. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and thrive in fast-paced environments, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong leadership abilities to inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to deliver top-quality dishes.
• Lead and motivate culinary professionals, providing guidance.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs.
• Implement health and safety standards, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety regulations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Financial management

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 products meet our high standards of taste and presentation.
• 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 hospitality or 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 profile 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