Kitchen Manager

The Walker Group; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Village Inn Walker Group in South Jordan, Utah, is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee back‑of‑house operations. This role is critical for the management of kitchen staff, food production, and inventory control.

The ideal candidate has proven kitchen management experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high food safety and cleanliness standards. Responsibilities include managing inventory, staff scheduling, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in a high-volume food service setting.
• Strong background in large commissary or mass‑volume food production.
• High standard of cleanliness and understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on inventory needs.
• Schedule kitchen staff efficiently to match business demands.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation for quality assurance.
• Enforce sanitation and safety standards in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain communication with management to address operational concerns.
• Implement back‑of‑house systems to ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Kitchen management experience

Leadership skills

Multitasking

Knowledge of sanitation regulations

Cost control and inventory management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee the back‑of‑house operations at our bustling restaurant. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient management of kitchen staff, food production, and inventory control. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with restaurant leadership to maintain food cost efficiencies, uphold the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness, and ensure a seamless kitchen operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs. Oversee inventory to optimize food costs in conjunction with the back‑of‑house management team.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently, making necessary adjustments to staffing levels to match business demands. Ensure all kitchen staff are well‑trained and adhere to restaurant standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality. Conduct regular line checks, temperature logs, and food quality assessments.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all management levels to address any operational concerns promptly. Participate actively in management meetings to discuss and resolve operational issues.
• System Maintenance: Implement and monitor back‑of‑house systems including prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs to ensure operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in a high-volume food service setting.
• Strong background in large commissary or mass‑volume food production.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
• High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Patient and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
• Familiarity with cost control, inventory management techniques, and scheduling software.
• Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.