Kitchen Manager

Coma Coffee Roasters; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Coma Coffee Roasters in Shawnee, KS is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations, ensure food quality, and manage staff. You’ll work closely with management to control costs, optimize efficiency, and create a great work environment for the kitchen crew.

Responsibilities include leading and training staff, maintaining safety standards, coordinating inventory and ordering, and driving continuous improvement in menu execution and efficiency to deliver excellent guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong cooking techniques and food safety knowledge.
• Ability to train, coach, and motivate a team.
• Organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of food costs, labor costs, and budget management.
• Problem-solving mindset to handle service challenges.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Training: Hire, train, and manage kitchen staff to ensure a high-performing team.
• Food Quality & Consistency: Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet restaurant standards.
• Inventory & Ordering: Manage food costs, order supplies, and track inventory to minimize waste.
• Kitchen Operations & Efficiency: Ensure a smooth, organized, and clean kitchen workflow.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations (ServSafe certification preferred).
• Scheduling & Labor Management: Develop efficient schedules to optimize labor costs while maintaining productivity.
• Problem-Solving & Communication: Work closely with front-of-house management to ensure seamless service.
• Menu Execution & Innovation: Assist with menu planning, new recipes, and seasonal specials.

Skills

Team Leadership

Culinary Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Organization & Time Management

Financial Acumen

Problem-Solving Mindset

Job description

As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety standards. You’ll work closely with the management team to control costs, optimize efficiency, and create a great work environment for the kitchen crew.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Training: Hire, train, and manage kitchen staff to ensure a high-performing team
• Food Quality & Consistency: Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet restaurant standards
• Inventory & Ordering: Manage food costs, order supplies, and track inventory to minimize waste
• Kitchen Operations & Efficiency: Ensure a smooth, organized, and clean kitchen workflow
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations (ServSafe certification preferred)
• Scheduling & Labor Management: Develop efficient schedules to optimize labor costs while maintaining productivity
• Problem-Solving & Communication: Work closely with front-of-house management to ensure seamless service
• Menu Execution & Innovation: Assist with menu planning, new recipes, and seasonal specials

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 2+ years in a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar leadership role
• Culinary Knowledge: Strong understanding of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations
• Leadership Skills: Ability to train, coach, and motivate a team
• Organization & Time Management: Able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of food costs, labor costs, and budget management
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Quick thinker who can handle challenges during service