Kitchen Manager

Crooked Hammock Brewery; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a Kitchen Manager for its location in Lewes, DE. The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, ensure food quality, and lead a team in a high-volume environment. This role offers creative input on menu development and a comprehensive benefits package, including travel opportunities and professional development.

Benefits

PTO & vacation

Health insurance

Unlimited growth potential

Team events

Professional leadership development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of varied kitchen experience including food preparation and line cook.
• At least 1 year experience as Kitchen Manager in a high volume kitchen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and manage kitchen staff.
• Ensure food is prepared consistently according to specifications.
• Administer disciplinary actions and manage team development.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Excellence

Team Collaboration

Food Safety

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

College degree preferred

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary of Position: As the leader of the Crooked Hammock Brewery's kitchen, the Kitchen Manager is accountable for upholding our standards in every plate, for every guest. We're looking to hire a food service professional who has an appetite for culinary leadership and excellence. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for making sure the kitchen runs as a well-oiled machine, preparing food, and managing the kitchen staff to make sure food is prepared quickly and deliciously according to CHB standards. Not only will this person be the leader in the day-to-day kitchen operations, but they will also get the chance to have a creative influence by collaborating on new menu items, events, and initiatives. Must Enjoy the Ride!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build the CHB team by making employment/termination decisions and be an effective coach by elevating the team for growth, establishing performance expectations, and assisting them in reaching their goals
• Uphold core values and code of ethics in our Team development plan and reinforce “How We Roll” throughout the hiring, orientation, onboarding, training, coaching and evaluating for growth process
• Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent disciplinary corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures
• Collaborate with GM, kitchen staff, management team and other La Vida departments to efficiently complete tasks
• Create positive energy and build staff morale
• Oversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils, cleanliness & sanitation practices, and safe lifting & carrying of heavy objects and handling hazardous materials
• Delegate & provide direction to employees regarding operational/procedural issues and ensure team members have the right tools, knowledge & equipment required to do their jobs safely and effectively
• Schedule labor to ensure business needs and labor cost objectives are met
• Leverage professional development & educational opportunities as presented by the company & local industry partners
• Ensure that all food & products are consistently prepared and served according to CHB's recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner
• Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
• Oversee daily prep and ensure prep lists are completed accurately & communicated clearly so that restaurant has appropriate amount of product for the day and product meets CHB quality standards
• Perform daily line checks prior to service and detailed station checkouts prior to staff departure to ensure cleaning & restocking has been done
• Manage daily & weekly deep cleaning and facility maintenance duties and maintain cleaning schedules for kitchen equipment and food storage areas
• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly inventory, as needed
• Regularly inspect equipment to ensure it is kept clean and in excellent working condition
• Order all products according to specifications and receive orders to ensure correct unit count and condition and proper delivery procedures
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures
• Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
• Enforce food safety and sanitation standards
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador in our community and make decisions in the best interest of CHB every time

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, grill cook, and expeditor
• At least 1 year experience as Kitchen Manager or 3 years Assistant Kitchen Manager in a high volume kitchen
• College degree is preferred
• A combination of practical experience and education may be considered as an alternative
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation;
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and agree to a background check
• Must be ServSafe certified
• Flexibility of schedule to assume responsibilities as needed, ability to balance personal & professional life
• Work nights and weekends
• Professional appearance, punctual, reliable
• Hospitality soul with guest friendly demeanor
• Exhibit a sense of urgency and be able to work in very fast paced environment
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests
• Well organized
• Proficiency in basic computer apps, word processing, spreadsheet, internet, POS
• Frequently walk and occasionally bend over, twist, kneel, climb, stoop and crouch. This position requires the ability to lift up to 55 pounds and maneuver 170 pounds.

Compensation: This position starts at $60,000/year with benefits and awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle-based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Benefits for our salaried team - PTO & vacation, health insurance, & wellness resources
• Unlimited growth potential
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings like our recent ski trip to the Poconos
• Employee appreciation events & seasonal parties
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship

Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Summary of Position: As the leader of the Crooked Hammock Brewery's kitchen, the Kitchen Manager is accountable for upholding our standards in every plate, for every guest. We're looking to hire a food service professional who has an appetite for culinary leadership and excellence. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for making sure the kitchen runs as a well-oiled machine, preparing food, and managing the kitchen staff to make sure food is prepared quickly and deliciously according to CHB standards. Not only will this person be the leader in the day-to-day kitchen operations, but they will also get the chance to have a creative influence by collaborating on new menu items, events, and initiatives. Must Enjoy the Ride!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build the CHB team by making employment/termination decisions and be an effective coach by elevating the team for growth, establishing performance expectations, and assisting them in reaching their goals
• Uphold core values and code of ethics in our Team development plan and reinforce “How We Roll” throughout the hiring, orientation, onboarding, training, coaching and evaluating for growth process
• Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent disciplinary corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures
• Collaborate with GM, kitchen staff, management team and other La Vida departments to efficiently complete tasks
• Create positive energy and build staff morale
• Oversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils, cleanliness & sanitation practices, and safe lifting & carrying of heavy objects and handling hazardous materials
• Delegate & provide direction to employees regarding operational/procedural issues and ensure team members have the right tools, knowledge & equipment required to do their jobs safely and effectively
• Schedule labor to ensure business needs and labor cost objectives are met
• Leverage professional development & educational opportunities as presented by the company & local industry partners
• Ensure that all food & products are consistently prepared and served according to CHB's recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner
• Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
• Oversee daily prep and ensure prep lists are completed accurately & communicated clearly so that restaurant has appropriate amount of product for the day and product meets CHB quality standards
• Perform daily line checks prior to service and detailed station checkouts prior to staff departure to ensure cleaning & restocking has been done
• Manage daily & weekly deep cleaning and facility maintenance duties and maintain cleaning schedules for kitchen equipment and food storage areas
• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly inventory, as needed
• Regularly inspect equipment to ensure it is kept clean and in excellent working condition
• Order all products according to specifications and receive orders to ensure correct unit count and condition and proper delivery procedures
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures
• Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
• Enforce food safety and sanitation standards
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador in our community and make decisions in the best interest of CHB every time

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, grill cook, and expeditor
• At least 1 year experience as Kitchen Manager or 3 years Assistant Kitchen Manager in a high volume kitchen
• College degree is preferred
• A combination of practical experience and education may be considered as an alternative
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation;
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and agree to a background check
• Must be ServSafe certified
• Flexibility of schedule to assume responsibilities as needed, ability to balance personal & professional life
• Work nights and weekends
• Professional appearance, punctual, reliable
• Hospitality soul with guest friendly demeanor
• Exhibit a sense of urgency and be able to work in very fast paced environment
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests
• Well organized
• Proficiency in basic computer apps, word processing, spreadsheet, internet, POS
• Frequently walk and occasionally bend over, twist, kneel, climb, stoop and crouch. This position requires the ability to lift up to 55 pounds and maneuver 170 pounds.

Compensation: This position starts at $60,000/year with benefits and awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle-based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Benefits for our salaried team - PTO & vacation, health insurance, & wellness resources
• Unlimited growth potential
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings like our recent ski trip to the Poconos
• Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts
• Employee appreciation events & seasonal parties
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
• Food, beverage & retail discounts

...and tons more! We're firm believers in working & playing hard and we want to find people who share that same passion with us, so if that sounds like your kind of vibe, apply to join our team today!