Kitchen Manager

Culinaire Staffing Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Culinaire Staffing Inc. is seeking an Experienced Kitchen Manager for a renowned North Orange County diner.

The role requires overseeing kitchen operations, coaching staff on food safety, recipe execution, and cost management while aligning with financial and staffing goals. You will work with Kitchen Managers, General Managers, and the Operations Team to ensure exceptional food quality and a premier dining experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of kitchen management experience.
• Excellent industry references.
• Strong ability to manage a profitable P&L.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen management and staff to uphold policies and standards for outstanding food quality.
• Maintain a food-safe and sanitary work environment compliant with health regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items and proper execution of recipes.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Managers, General Managers, and Operations Team to achieve goals and high-quality customer experience.
• Foster a positive work environment, effective communication, and staff morale.

Skills

Kitchen management

P&L management

Food safety

Job description

Experienced Kitchen Manager Sought for Iconic North Orange County Diner

The Kitchen Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the kitchen's operations to ensure that menu production and execution meet the highest standards of quality. This position is responsible for training and coaching the management staff in food safety standards, food preparation and assembly, food cost management, and the productivity expectations in our kitchens.

• Oversee kitchen management and staff to ensure all kitchen policies and standards are upheld, creating consistent and outstanding food quality.
• Maintain a food-safe and sanitary work environment that complies with all applicable operational standards and health department regulations.
• Maintain full knowledge of all menu items and proper execution of recipes.
• Work in tandem with the Kitchen Managers, General Managers, and Operations Team (through weekly visits) to achieve outstanding food quality, meet all financial and staffing-related goals, and ensure customers receive a high-quality experience.
• Create and promote a positive work environment through actively listening to and supporting staff, communicating goals, continuous teaching, and cultivating positive staff morale.

Experience and Qualifications

• Two years of kitchen management experience.
• Excellent industry references
• Strong ability to manage a profitable P&L

Compensation: $70,000 per year