Hands-On Kitchen Manager – Menu & Inventory

Mama Foo Foo; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mama Foo Foo in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a chef/kitchen manager with 5+ years of experience to lead our kitchen team, ensure recipe execution, and deliver memorable hospitality experiences for guests.

This hands-on role covers inventory, cost control, staff scheduling, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with the Operations Manager and Ownership to drive profitability and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years prior experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with menu planning and meal preparation techniques.
• Familiarity with inventory management and recipe management software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly inventory on Mondays and manage kitchen supplies.
• Oversee menu execution with consistency and profitability.
• Schedule kitchen staff and control labor costs.
• Enforce kitchen protocols and hold staff accountable.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and proper portion control.
• Prepare and cook meals when needed and maintain cleanliness.
• Seasonally create new menu items under protocols and cost ingredients.
• Ensure food is cooked to proper temperatures and safety standards.
• Collaborate with other managers and ownership direction.
• Coordinate with kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Menu planning

Inventory management

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Tools

Inventory management software

Recipe management software

Job description

Mama Foo Foo in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a chef/kitchen manager with 5+ years of experience to lead our kitchen team, ensure recipe execution, and deliver memorable hospitality experiences for guests.

This hands-on role covers inventory, cost control, staff scheduling, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with the Operations Manager and Ownership to drive profitability and guest satisfaction.