Culinary Manager — High-Volume Kitchen Lead

Hillstone Restaurant Group; Town of East Hampton (NY); 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 New York seeks a skilled Culinary Manager to oversee high-volume kitchen operations and uphold culinary excellence. You will lead a team, manage costs, and ensure top-quality plating and presentation.

Newly selected managers will receive 8 weeks of rotational training on-site, and the role offers a competitive salary with benefits including paid vacation, medical plan, and dining rewards.

Qualifications

• Proven hospitality experience in a similar role or high-volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership to inspire a diverse team.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent organizational and time management to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.
• Effective communication with team, executive chef, and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to deliver top-quality dishes.
• Lead and motivate a team of culinary professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure all dishes meet taste and presentation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs to maintain budgetary targets while minimizing waste.
• Implement and enforce health and safety standards, ensuring a safe working environment.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety

Budgeting

Inventory management

Communication

Job description

Hillstone Restaurant Group in New York seeks a skilled Culinary Manager to oversee high-volume kitchen operations and uphold culinary excellence. You will lead a team, manage costs, and ensure top-quality plating and presentation.

Newly selected managers will receive 8 weeks of rotational training on-site, and the role offers a competitive salary with benefits including paid vacation, medical plan, and dining rewards.