Delicatessen Kitchen Manager — Lead, Craft, Inspire

The Delicatessen - Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee dining discounts

Health insurance options (medical,-vis

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

The Delicatessen - Phoenix is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our delicatessen kitchen, oversee daily operations, and mentor a growing team in a fast-paced setting. Deliver top quality and exceptional guest experiences with hands-on leadership.

Oversee menu development, cost control, food safety, and staff performance while maintaining a positive, collaborative work culture that drives results and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Previous delicatessen kitchen management experience is required.
• Proven success managing high-volume kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of deli food preparation, production, food safety, and quality standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to multitask, delegate responsibilities, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, restaurant management software, and POS systems.
• Culinary certification is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee all food preparation and daily culinary operations.
• Develop and modify menus while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency.
• Estimate food requirements and manage food and labor costs.
• Supervise, train, coach, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Recruit, schedule, and manage kitchen team members.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, and purchases.
• Resolve operational challenges and customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Perform final quality inspections on all prepared dishes before service.
• Maintain payroll, scheduling, inventory, and other administrative records.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Culinary certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

The Delicatessen - Phoenix is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our delicatessen kitchen, oversee daily operations, and mentor a growing team in a fast-paced setting. Deliver top quality and exceptional guest experiences with hands-on leadership.

Oversee menu development, cost control, food safety, and staff performance while maintaining a positive, collaborative work culture that drives results and guest satisfaction.