Kitchen Manager

Der Dutchman Restaurant, Bellville; Bellville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Wellness program

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Der Dutchman Restaurant Bellville is seeking a kitchen manager to lead daily kitchen operations and maintain inventory, cost controls, and a safe, welcoming team environment.

You will oversee food costs, manage labor within budget, and ensure sanitary, high-volume kitchen performance while upholding company standards. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and weekend availability to support on-site needs.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen manager experience preferred.
• SafeServ certification preferred.
• Positive, friendly, cooperative attitude required.
• Organized with commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Order food and supplies while maintaining inventory.
• Maintain appropriate food/labor costs per budget.
• Foster a friendly, enjoyable work atmosphere with accountability to standards.
• Ensure high-volume kitchen operates efficiently respecting safety and sanitation standards.
• Build positive relationships with staff and vendors.
• Provide assistance to fellow staff as needed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Positive attitude

Organized

Open communication

Problem solving

Weekend availability

Education

SafeServ certification

Job description

Der Dutchman Restaurant Bellville is a great place to start or develop your career in hospitality to learn skills you'll use for the rest of your life. If you enjoy sharing hospitality with others, we want you on our team!

Our team members enjoy:

1. Sundays off
2. DHG Discounts - on meals/merchandise/lodging/shows for staff
3. Annual vacation bonus
4. Wooden Nickels
5. On-the-job training
6. Flexible schedules
7. Scholarship program

What you'll be doing

1. Orders food and supplies while maintaining appropriate inventory levels
2. Maintains appropriate food/labor costs according to budget
3. Creates/maintains a friendly and enjoyable work atmosphere while still holding staff accountable to established standards and policies
4. Ensures the high-volume kitchen operates efficiently while adhering to safety and sanitation standards
5. Builds positive and professional relationships with staff and vendors
6. Provides assistance to fellow staff in other areas as needed or requested

Skills you'll bring along

1. Previous kitchen manager experience preferred
2. SafeServ certification preferred
3. Has a positive, friendly, cooperative attitude
4. Organized with a commitment to quality and safety
5. Able to communicate openly, honestly and professionally
6. Able to operate all areas of the kitchen as needed
7. Capable of making quick decisions and problem solving
8. Able to work Saturdays/holidays
9. Lift and/or move 10 to 30 lbs.

Job Type

1. No Sunday hours
2. Full-time position
3. Work rotating schedules including some evenings, weekends and holidays
4. On-the-job training provided

Benefits

1. Medical insurance and HSA
2. 401(k) plan with match
3. Paid Vacation
4. Wellness Program
5. Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Term Life Insurance available