Kitchen Leader: Create Personal Guest Experiences

kimptonhotelsandrestaurantscareers; Washington; On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants seeks a hands-on Kitchen Supervisor to oversee food prep, cooking, and inventory while upholding safety and cleanliness standards. You will champion exceptional guest experiences and mentor a team to maintain quality and efficiency.

In this role you will interview, hire, and train staff, ensure timely food production, and contribute to meeting financial targets. Strong leadership and hospitality knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous experience in a similar or supportive role.
• 2 or 4 year degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate and lead a team while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach employees; address complaints and problem solve.
• Ensure that all food is produced on a timely basis and that servers are well-educated regarding the menu.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities and supervise daily cleaning.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Restaurant POS system

Inventory management software

Payroll/timekeeping software

Job description

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants seeks a hands-on Kitchen Supervisor to oversee food prep, cooking, and inventory while upholding safety and cleanliness standards. You will champion exceptional guest experiences and mentor a team to maintain quality and efficiency.

In this role you will interview, hire, and train staff, ensure timely food production, and contribute to meeting financial targets. Strong leadership and hospitality knowledge are essential.