Culinary Manager

Hillstone Restaurant Group; Winter Park (FL); 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 for its Winter Park, FL operation. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure top-quality dishes, and lead a diverse culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will manage food costs, inventory, and health & safety standards while fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Proven hospitality experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Excellent leadership and team-building abilities.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and standards.
• Experience with budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary techniques

Food safety & regulations

Budgeting & cost control

Inventory management

Communication

Team motivation

Job description

Hillstone Restaurant Group is a privately-held collection of upscale restaurants with 45+ locations in major cities across the country. Some of our more well-known operations are Houston’s, Hillstone, R+D Kitchen, Bandera, East Hampton Grill, South Beverly Grill, Honor Bar, Palm Beach Grill, and White House Tavern. 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 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

Qualifications

Hillstone restaurants can be found across the nation, making relocation flexibility necessary.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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