F&B Kitchen Manager

Embassy Suites Knoxville/West, TN; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401K

Immediate Pay- earned wage access

Vacation time

Sick time

Holiday pay

Bonus opportunities

Brand-specific employee discounts

Long term/short term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Embassy Suites Knoxville West is seeking an experienced F&B Evening Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, uphold food safety standards, and deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests. You will lead and train kitchen staff, manage inventory and costs, and collaborate with F&B leadership to develop menus and promotions in a fast-paced hotel environment.

This role offers growth opportunities within Kana Hotel Group and a comprehensive benefits package, including health,

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in the food and beverage industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle operational challenges effectively.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all kitchen operations, including food preparation, presentation, and service quality.
• Lead, train, and supervise the kitchen team to maintain a productive and positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards.
• Create and update kitchen policies and procedures to optimize efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control food costs.
• Collaborate with the F&B management team to develop menu offerings and special promotions.
• Handle scheduling, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution within the kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Flexibility

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Kana Hotel Group's mission is to be one of the most admired and service quality driven hotel companies in the industry. We will accomplish our goal by creating an atmosphere of friendly employee behavior and delivering the highest quality service and value to our guests.

From our Team Members to our General Managers and Regional Support team, we seek people who have a passion for the hospitality business and want to grow with us. Most of our existing leadership team members have been promoted from within the company. As a member of our team, you will be expected to contribute your talents and energies to improve the environment and quality of the company, as well as the company’s services. In return you will be given opportunities to grow and advance in your career.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced F&B Evening Kitchen Manager to join the team at Embassy Suites Knoxville West. In this role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service to create an exceptional dining experience for our guests. You will lead and motivate the kitchen staff, manage inventory, and collaborate closely with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient kitchen workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage all kitchen operations, including food preparation, presentation, and service quality.
• Lead, train, and supervise the kitchen team to maintain a productive and positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards.
• Create and update kitchen policies and procedures to optimize efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control food costs.
• Collaborate with the F&B management team to develop menu offerings and special promotions.
• Handle scheduling, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution within the kitchen staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in the food and beverage industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle operational challenges effectively.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications are preferred.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401K
• Immediate Pay- earned wage access!
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Holiday pay
• Bonus opportunities
• Brand-specific employee discounts
• Long term/short term disability
• Life insurance

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.