Kitchen Manager

Ditka's Restaurant Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Paid time off

Job summary

Ditka's Restaurant Group in Pittsburgh is seeking a motivated Kitchen Manager to support the Executive Chef in maintaining kitchen operations, including food prep, quality control, inventory, and maintenance. You will lead a team, coordinate high-volume production, and ensure excellence in guest dining experiences.

Qualified candidates will have some college or advanced training in food & beverage management, supervisory experience, and a ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• Some college and/or advanced training in food and beverage management plus 2 years of related experience, including supervisory experience
• ServeSafe certification, or willingness to obtain
• Advanced knowledge of food service regulations
• Must be organized, skilled with time management, and efficient in hot and cold line production
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift in an environment with extreme temperatures
• Skilled with the use of hand tools or machines needed for the position
• Able to lift, carry, or pull heavy objects

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
• Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, including planning and assigning work and establishing performance and development goals for team members
• Educate and train all team members in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and safety regulations
• Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, supplies, and labor costs
• Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
• Perform all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary
• Achieve and maintain company and brand standards for quality and guest satisfaction
• Ensure security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory and equipment and replenish supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimizing waste

Skills

Supervisory experience

Time management

High-volume cooking

Leadership

Education

Some college or advanced training in food & beverage management

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Paid time off

We are looking for a motivated Kitchen Manager to join our team! You will assist the Executive Chef in maintaining operations of the kitchen, from food preparation and quality control to inventory and physical maintenance.

You are a natural leader with previous supervisory experience as well as experience with high-volume cooking. You care deeply about good food and exceeding quality standards to create memorable dining experiences. You're able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. You have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
• Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, including planning and assigning work and establishing performance and development goals for team members
• Educate and train all team members in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and safety regulations
• Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, supplies, and labor costs
• Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
• Perform all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary
• Achieve and maintain company and brand standards for quality and guest satisfaction
• Ensure security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory and equipment and replenish supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimizing waste

Qualifications

• Some college and/or advanced training in food and beverage management plus 2 years of related experience, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification, or willingness to obtain
• Must have advanced knowledge of food service regulations
• Must be organized, skilled with time management, and efficient in hot and cold line production
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift in an environment with extreme temperatures
• Skilled with the use of hand tools or machines needed for the position
• Able to lift, carry, or pull heavy objects