Executive Kitchen Manager

Din Tai Fung; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to lead their culinary team in a fast-paced environment. This role involves setting production goals, managing inventory, and ensuring food quality aligns with brand standards. You will build a strong leadership team and collaborate with management to drive store performance. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well with all levels of staff. Join a company that promotes from within and offers a supportive work culture where your contributions are valued.

Benefits

Employer contribution for medical insurance

Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts through BenefitHub

Employee Meal Discounts

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in kitchen management.
• Ability to work flexible hours and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Set sales and production goals while managing back of house operations.
• Ensure food quality meets brand expectations and control costs.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant experience or training

Job description

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS LOCATION: 3333 Bristol Street Space 2071 (Upper Level), Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (South Coast Plaza)

SALARY RANGE FOR EXECUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER: $135,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annual Salary + Semi-Annual Bonus based on overall store performance

BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER:

• Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts through BenefitHub
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

JOB PURPOSE: Executive Kitchen Managers provide clear vision and execution for the growth of their store. Executive Kitchen Managers set sales and production goals by scheduling and delegating the back of house team to achieve set goals while partnering with Senior Manager(s) and the management team. Focus is on the back of house operations, which consists of managing the brand, ensuring food quality meets the brand expectation, managing inventory, and controlling costs as it relates to product and labor to ensure budgets are met. Executive Kitchen Managers also build a strong leadership team within their store to not only support their store but also to support other stores and/or the corporate team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR EXECUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER:

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of relevant experience, training, and/or education
• Flexible Work Schedule: Managers are required to work a minimum of 5 days per week and 9 hours per day. Schedule may vary based on business demands.
• Ability to efficiently operate in Microsoft Office Suite and Email
• Positive and professional attitude
• Strong communication and ability to work cohesively with all levels of management, all departments, and all co-workers in a team
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision, attention to detail, and speed

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Din Tai Fung is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Fair Chance Initiative. Din Tai Fung is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – M / F / D / V.

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.