Kitchen Manager

Ballyhoo Hospitality; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballyhoo Hospitality is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager for its unique concept in Wilmette. The role involves leadership in kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and consistency. Applicants should possess strong culinary skills and a passion for excellence, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Paid Leave

401k with vested employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Opportunities for professional growth

Employee dining privileges

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Kitchen Manager or similar role required.
• Proven track record of culinary excellence and leadership skills.
• Valid food handler's certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations ensuring food quality and safety.
• Conduct inventory and purchasing on a daily basis.
• Communicate effectively with staff for a collaborative environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Ballyhoo Hospitality Group is seeking a talented, hospitality focused Kitchen Manager to join our unique concept in Wilmette, Buck Russel’s.

Job Summary

The Kitchen Manager will play a crucial role in assisting Culinary Director and the General Manager in all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation. The ideal candidate will be a skilled leader, a creative problem-solver, and possess a strong passion for culinary excellence.

We offer:

• Paid Leave
• 401k with vested employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• The chance to be part of a renowned and growing restaurant group known for its culinary artistry and welcoming ambiance
• Employee dining privileges
  
  

Essential Job Requirements:

(Includes but is not limited to the following duties. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Provide leadership to create a culture and work environment based upon respect; providing opportunities for staff to learn, grow and develop their abilities through training
• Perform inventory and purchasing responsibilities on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards. Continually strive to develop your staff in all areas of food education.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs.
• Ensure that all products are received in the correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating a dynamic menu for the kitchens that evolves and changes on a seasonal basis
• Supervise the kitchen during prep and service periods.
• Expedite efficient and timely service standards for sit down and take away programs.
• Schedule labor as required by business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when needed while maintaining labor cost objectives.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, front-of-house staff, and management.
• Assist in resolving kitchen-related issues and challenges
• Monitor food costs and minimize waste.
• Ensure efficient kitchen flow and service.
• Maintain and troubleshoot kitchen equipment
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Kitchen Manager or in a similar culinary leadership role.
• Proven track record of culinary excellence and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Valid food handler's certification.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and friendly environment.
• Gain valuable experience in the hospitality industry.
• Be part of a team that values growth and development.
  
  

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience.

Ballyhoo Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

More detail about Buck Russell's part of Ballyhoo Hospitality, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/655152-Buck-Russell%2527s

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Restaurants

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