Future Opening: Carolinas Mexican Food BOH Shift Manager

Carolina's Mexican Food, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Carolina’s Mexican Food, Inc. is hiring a Kitchen BOH Shift Manager to oversee back-of-house operations in a high-volume restaurant. You will manage kitchen staff, control inventory, and drive food safety and cleanliness to ensure consistent, high-quality meals.

The role requires strong leadership, cost-control know-how, and the ability to mentor a diverse team while maintaining a fast-paced pace and weekend shifts. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-volume kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with cost control and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently and ensure training and adherence to standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee food prep and presentation, conduct line checks and temperature logs.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce sanitation and safety standards per regulations.
• Communication: Coordinate with management and address operational concerns promptly.
• System Maintenance: Implement back-of-house systems for prep lists and daily walkthroughs.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Multitasking

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Cost control

Team mentorship

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Benefits:

• Holiday Pay
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen BOH Shift Manager to oversee the back-of-house operations at our bustling restaurant. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient management of kitchen staff, food production, and inventory control. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with restaurant leadership to maintain food cost efficiencies, uphold the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness, and ensure a seamless kitchen operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs. Oversee inventory to optimize food costs in conjunction with the back-of-house management team.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently, making necessary adjustments to staffing levels to match business demands. Ensure all kitchen staff are well-trained and adhere to restaurant standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality. Conduct regular line checks, temperature logs, and food quality assessments.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all management levels to address any operational concerns promptly. Participate actively in management meetings to discuss and resolve operational issues.
• System Maintenance: Implement and monitor back-of-house systems including prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs to ensure operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in a high-volume food service setting.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team. Bilingual preferred but mandatory
• High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Patient and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
• Familiarity with cost control, inventory management techniques, and scheduling software.
• Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Compensation: $19.70 – $24.00 per hour

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