Culinary Manager

Hillstone Restaurant Group; Santa Monica (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 Santa Monica, CA is seeking a skilled Culinary Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, uphold culinary standards, and ensure efficient service in a high-volume environment.

The role leads a diverse kitchen team, partners with management on menu execution and food safety, and drives cost control and waste reduction. On-site, with evening/weekend shifts, the position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen operations.
• Strong budgeting, cost control, and inventory management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities in fast-paced settings.
• Effective communication with staff, chefs, and departments.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to deliver top-quality dishes.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team, providing guidance and development.
• Collaborate with management to ensure products meet high taste and presentation standards.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and manage food costs to meet budget targets.
• Enforce health and safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment with open communication.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary techniques

Budgeting

Food safety

Time management

Communication

Flexibility

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