Kitchen Manager

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Kitchen Manager, where you will supervise kitchen operations, lead a team, and create memorable dining experiences. This role requires strong leadership and culinary skills, along with a commitment to excellence in service. You'll be part of a vibrant culture that values creativity and personal connection, ensuring every guest feels welcome and appreciated. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous experience in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience planning menus and ordering ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food prep and cooking, maintain kitchen inventory.
• Interview, hire, and train employees; address complaints.
• Ensure timely food production and educate servers.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Hospitality Management Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Restaurant POS System

Inventory Management Software

Job description

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Why We're Here

We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here.

Our founder, Bill Kimpton, rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality that makes people feel disconnected. He initiated a new boutique hotel standard and environment where people could connect, from the heart. That was the goal then, and it is still our purpose today.

Your work here has meaning. You're here to improve the lives of coworkers, guests, owners, communities, and together we make that happen. It's what drives all that we do. Every day you can improve lives in your own, unique way and you can expect the same in return. It all starts with you.

How We're Different

Our San Francisco-born entrepreneurial spirit and zest for life kick started this culture in 1981, and it shines through to this day.

It all flows from you. The lively, rebellious, genuine you - with your diverse background, talents, experiences, and plucky personality - is fully welcome, and celebrated here. Because we know that when people can be themselves at work, they shine.

That's what we seek out and celebrate. It's people of all kinds who share a knack for creativity and self-leadership. People who don't need to be told what to do to get things done. People who have an innate passion for making others' lives better.

It adds up to a work environment that's a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional. Guests feel it; you'll feel it too.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory, and following safety and cleanliness standards. You will ensure all plates are appropriately cooked and served, and act as an advocate for the restaurant. Be a creator of ridiculously personal experiences and develop relationships with guests that will compel them to return!

Some Of Your Responsibilities Include:

• Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach employees; address complaints and problem solve.
• Responsible for ongoing training and communicating standards to the staff.
• Ensure that all food is produced on a timely basis and that the servers are well-educated regarding the menu.
• Participate in service education through daily line-ups, quarterly menu meetings, and new server training programs.
• Assist the Chef in training staff to produce meals promptly.
• Assist the restaurant in meeting financial targets.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities, supervise all daily cleaning.
• Communicate with the kitchen staff, identify developable teammates, and provide necessary training as positions open.

What You Bring

• 1 year of previous experience in a similar or supportive role.
• 2 or 4-year degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is preferred.
• Able to coordinate and lead a team while managing multiple priorities under tight timelines in a rapidly changing environment.
• Able to learn, retain, and present product, menu, and allergy information to customers.
• Advanced knowledge of Back-of-House and/or Front-of-House restaurant operations and management.
• Knowledge or ability to quickly learn financial and business metrics and their effect on the restaurant operation.
• Advanced and adaptable knowledge of culinary arts, oenology, pastry, banquet, and in-room dining, as well as people management skills.
• Hands-on experience planning menus and ordering ingredients.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitization and safety regulations.
• Food Handler Certification (if applicable).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, restaurant POS system, inventory management and/or procurement software experience, payroll and timekeeping software, business and accounting software may be required.

We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our hotel and restaurant guests. We encourage understanding, acceptance, and celebration of differences among people, including race, ethnicity, age, religion, physical abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities, and genders. For our complete EEO policy, click here.

The salary range for this role is $69,000 to $71,000. This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and more.

Be Yourself. Lead Yourself. Make it Count.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Customer Service

Industries

• Hospitality