Kitchen Manager

Apploi; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness - Medical, Dental &

PTO

Discounted Meals

Growth Opportunities

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Job summary

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, supervise cooks, and ensure consistent quality across all menu items.

You will train staff, enforce health and safety standards, manage onboarding, scheduling, and performance, and collaborate with leadership to maintain a fast-paced, customer-focused dining environment.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years in food production, fast-paced dining, or equivalent.
• Certification from culinary school or degree in management is a plus.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
• Ability to train and develop kitchen staff.
• Comfortable using a computer and POS systems.
• Willingness to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and coordinate with management.
• Supervise staff and communicate performance expectations.
• Uphold quality and consistency of all menu items.
• Provide training on prep techniques and food presentation.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain team members through coaching.
• Delegate tasks and ensure accountability across shifts.
• Direct kitchen staff to execute tasks effectively.
• Monitor health, sanitation, and safety compliance.
• Enforce state and local food handling regulations.
• Promote safety, sanitation, security awareness among staff.
• Develop and enforce kitchen policies during shifts.
• Step in as line cook when needed.

Skills

Kitchen operations leadership

Staff training

Health & safety compliance

Team motivation & development

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Education

Culinary school certification or Restaurant Management degree

Tools

POS software

Office software

Job description

We are a lifestyle brand!

We are on a mission to provide the world with simple, wholesome food and beverage items that fit today's lifestyle, offering an intimate, yet fast and consistent, experience to our customers.

We love and take pride in what we do, and we currently offer an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and ever-growing brand in this industry.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee all kitchen operations and work closely with Assistant Kitchen Managers and Managers in Training (MITs).
• Supervise and provide clear communication regarding job responsibilities and performance expectations to kitchen personnel.
• Foster a culture of quality and consistency within the kitchen team, ensuring all menu items meet standards.
• Provide comprehensive training to kitchen staff on prep work and food presentation techniques.
• Responsible for the selection, on boarding and retention of team members through motivation, recognition, coaching and development.
• Responsibly delegate and follow up on tasks while remaining accountable overall for kitchen and team members.
• Offer clear direction to kitchen staff, ensuring effective execution of all assigned tasks.
• Maintain vigilant oversight of kitchen operations to ensure adherence to health and fire safety regulations.
• Ensure full compliance with state, federal, and local food handling regulations, and standards as well as Company safety and security protocols.
• Emphasize safety, sanitation and security awareness, and ensure that team members are properly trained to create a safe work environment
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of kitchen and restaurant policies and procedures during shifts.
• Step in to fulfill the responsibilities of a line cook when required, demonstrating proficiency in all kitchen roles.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience working in a food production facility, fast paced restaurant or full dining service etc.
• Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus
• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense
• Experience in training and developing kitchen staff.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen setting.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Flexibility to work during weekends
• Ability to work well in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using a computer, navigating standard office and point-of-sale software
• Ability to bend and reach overhead often.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

BENEFITS:

• Health & Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision
• PTO
• Discounted Meals
• Growth Opportunities
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

The general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job classification are contained in this job description. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, essential job functions, duties, skills required and other job requirements of personnel in this role. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time.

Pura Vida Miami is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe that building a team with diverse perspectives and experiences makes us stronger, more creative, and more connected to the communities we serve.