Kitchen Manager

Urth Caffé, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meal benefit

Employee discounts

Health benefits

401(k)

Career growth

Job summary

Urth Caffé, Inc. in Orange, CA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and lead a high-performing team. You will maintain food quality, enforce safety standards, and manage inventory and labor to keep pace in a fast-paced café setting.

The role emphasizes staff coaching, scheduling, cost control, and ensuring guest satisfaction, with competitive pay, meal benefits, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of kitchen management or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of food production, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste.
• Monitor food and labor costs to meet budget goals.
• Train, coach, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Create staff schedules and maintain productivity.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment standards.
• Support exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Culinary education

Job description

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Full Time Orange, Orange, CA, US

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and lead a high-performing team. This role is responsible for maintaining food quality, food safety, inventory control, labor management, and efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

• Supervise daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste.
• Monitor food and labor costs to meet budget goals.
• Train, coach, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Create staff schedules and maintain productivity.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment standards.
• Support exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of kitchen management or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of food production, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant, café, or hospitality environment.
• Culinary education or formal kitchen training.

Perks of Joining Our Team

• Competitive Pay:$26.00/hour
• Meal Benefit: Enjoy complimentary meals during your shift with a meal card that can be used throughout the menu.
• Employee Discounts: Receive discounts at all Urth Caffé locations, including our exclusive Wynn Las Vegas location.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Plan for your future with our retirement savings program.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Join a growing company that promotes from within and invests in employee development.

Urth Caffé is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment is contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States in accordance with federal law.

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