Culinary Operations Lead — Quality, Efficiency & Growth

Tommy; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Triple T Hospitality is seeking a Restaurant Kitchen Manager for a fast-paced environment at Tommy's Tavern + Tap. You will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure quality, safety, and efficiency, and lead a team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, manage inventory and costs, and enforce health and safety standards across the restaurant. The role demands strong leadership, operational analytics, and a commitment to GREATNESS.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu implementation, and food safety standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff and communicate effectively with team members and guests.
• Ability to assess operational data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations.
• High accuracy in managing inventory, financial reporting, and compliance processes.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to address operational challenges and guest concerns.
• Identify opportunities to streamline kitchen operations and enhance efficiency.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations within a single restaurant location, ensuring consistency, quality and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff; conduct regular training on culinary techniques, food safety, and service standards.
• Monitor and manage food costs, inventory levels, and ordering systems; perform routine audits for quality and cleanliness.
• Analyze sales and margins data to drive culinary profitability and set KPIs; ensure labor budgets are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers; negotiate contracts and pricing for cost efficiency and compliance with health regulations.
• Oversee production sheets, line checks, and daily/weekly cleaning schedules to maintain quality.
• Ensure recipe accuracy and consistency in food preparation across shifts.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Menu implementation

Food safety

Leadership

Data analysis

Inventory accuracy

Discretion and integrity

Job description

Triple T Hospitality is seeking a Restaurant Kitchen Manager for a fast-paced environment at Tommy's Tavern + Tap. You will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure quality, safety, and efficiency, and lead a team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, manage inventory and costs, and enforce health and safety standards across the restaurant. The role demands strong leadership, operational analytics, and a commitment to GREATNESS.