Kitchen Manager

LinkedIn - Jobboard; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic restaurant team as a Kitchen Manager, leading approximately 25 staff members. This role focuses on fostering a positive kitchen culture, ensuring food quality and safety, and managing kitchen operations efficiently. You will work closely with the General Manager to uphold standards and create a fun work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or similar role.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to train staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations and ensure proper food production.
• Conduct training programs for new hires and evaluate performance.
• Maintain health standards and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Job description

Join to apply for the Kitchen Manager role at Legacy Restaurant Group - Jacksonville.

As kitchen manager, your job is to lead employees to succeed and exceed our expectations. The role requires knowledge, organization, and leadership of approximately 25 staff members. You set the tone—balancing hard work and fun—and identify talent for promotion. Regular communication with the General Manager is essential.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Kitchen Procurement: Ensure quality food, beverage, and produce procurement; monitor costs; verify vendor prices; organize paperwork; conduct weekly inventory spot checks.
2. Food Production: Supervise kitchen operations, ensure proper ordering, portion control, recipe adherence, inventory rotation, and prep standards.
3. Communication: Coordinate timely food production, manage ticket flow, and ensure quality and accuracy, especially during busy times.
4. Training: Personally train new hires, develop training programs, and evaluate staff performance regularly.
5. Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain health standards, ensure cleanliness, and prepare for inspections.
6. Dish Pit: Keep equipment maintained, chemicals stocked, and work areas sanitized.
7. Kitchen Culture: Promote a positive, energetic environment, emphasizing customer entertainment and team appearance.

   Additional details include employment type (full-time), industry (restaurants), and management role. Always stay compliant with health regulations and maintain a professional, fun atmosphere.