Kitchen Manager

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and efficient management of staff. The role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a passion for hospitality. Ideal candidates will have prior management experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous restaurant management experience preferred.
• NRA ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Order materials, supervise kitchen employees, and organize food orders.
• Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organization

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in hospitality

Job description

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Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operations of the kitchen area of a restaurant. Their main objective is to ensure the kitchen department runs smoothly and complies with safety regulations.

Primary Accountabilities

1. Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand.
2. Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders.
3. Oversee the food preparation and cooking process.
4. Recruit and train kitchen employees in designated stations.
5. Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments.
6. Work with the restaurant manager to price and change menu items.
7. Schedule work shifts for employees.
8. Store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations.
9. Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized.
10. Maintain weekly and monthly cost reports.
11. Perform all duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; an associate degree in hospitality or related field is also preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• NRA ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications are preferred.
• At least 2 years of previous restaurant management experience is preferred.
• Superior people management, communication, and listening skills are required.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about the brand and teaching others.
• Ability to quickly grasp new ideas and incorporate them into daily activities.
• Effective communication skills with team members, guests, vendors, etc.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of labor laws, health codes, safe food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures is preferred.
• Ability to work a minimum of 50 hours per week, with additional hours as needed.

Physical Requirements

Must frequently move throughout the workplace, handle objects, reach, balance, kneel, and communicate verbally. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

This description is a general outline and not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to amend responsibilities as needed. This is not a contract of employment.