Kitchen Manager

Magnolia Senior Living At Sugarhill; Sugar Hill (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Kitchen Manager to lead back of house operations in a vibrant dining environment. This role is crucial for ensuring that meals are prepared to perfection and served in a timely manner, providing a delightful experience for all customers. You will oversee the kitchen staff, manage inventory, and uphold safety and sanitation standards. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting where your skills will shine and your contributions will be valued.

Benefits

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or Head Chef.
• Hands-on experience with menu planning and ordering.

Responsibilities

• Cook three meals daily and manage kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Menu Planning

Recipe Knowledge

Sanitation and Safety Regulations

Organizational Skills

Conflict Management

Team Management

Flexibility

Culinary Certification

Education

Culinary School Certification

Degree in Restaurant Management

Job description

Benefits:

1. Bonus based on performance
2. Competitive salary

Job Description:

We are looking for a Kitchen Manager to supervise daily back of house restaurant operations. Kitchen Manager responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory, and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to cook, manage our kitchen staff, and guide them to deliver quality food on time. Ultimately, you will ensure all plates are properly cooked and served, and our customers have a pleasant dining experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Cook three meals per day
2. Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
3. Supervise food prep and cooking
4. Check food plating and temperature
5. Establish portion sizes
6. Schedule kitchen staff shifts
7. Price menu items in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager
8. Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
9. Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
10. Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)
11. Keep weekly and monthly cost reports
12. Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
13. Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and approved menus.

Skills:

1. Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Head Chef
2. Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
3. Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
4. Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
5. Excellent organizational skills
6. Conflict management abilities
7. Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
8. Flexibility to work during evenings and weekends
9. Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.