Guest-First Kitchen Manager | Fresh Food Leader

Au Bon Pain; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Medical insurance

401K

Vacation Time

Pet insurance

Job summary

A well-known café chain in Nashville, Tennessee, is looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead food and beverage operations. This role demands strong management skills, ensuring guest satisfaction through high-quality service and compliance with safety standards. Key responsibilities include food ordering, inventory management, and fostering a culture of fresh food appreciation among team members. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of restaurant experience, preferably with a culinary degree. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the food service/hospitality industry.
• Experience with full P&L responsibility.
• Ability to maintain high cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a culture of learning and appreciation for fresh food.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and compliance with ABP standards.
• Manage food ordering, production planning, and inventory.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in food production areas.

Skills

Restaurant management

Guest service orientation

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Team leadership

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

A well-known café chain in Nashville, Tennessee, is looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead food and beverage operations. This role demands strong management skills, ensuring guest satisfaction through high-quality service and compliance with safety standards. Key responsibilities include food ordering, inventory management, and fostering a culture of fresh food appreciation among team members. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of restaurant experience, preferably with a culinary degree. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.