Kitchen Manager

Rusty Lantern Markets LLC; West Paris (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Birthday off

401K with employer match

Health benefits

Monthly bonus

Store discount

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Rusty Lantern Markets LLC in West Paris, ME, is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring top quality and safety standards. You will lead a team to deliver fresh, high-quality menu items and maintain excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include training staff, collaborating on seasonal menus, managing inventory, and implementing cost controls to maximize profitability while keeping quality. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or culinary leadership.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent culinary skills with a passion for high-quality offerings.
• Ability to train and develop staff effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with POS systems is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and quality in food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Train and develop kitchen staff in culinary techniques and customer service standards.
• Collaborate with management to create seasonal menus that reflect customer preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to maintain operational flow.
• Implement cost control measures to maximize profitability without compromising quality.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Culinary skills

Staff training

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

POS systems

Job description

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Full Time West Paris, ME, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Company Overview

Rusty Lantern Markets is a rapidly growing chain of convenience stores located throughout New England. We pride ourselves on our bright, spacious, and welcoming stores that provide outstanding customer service, fresh hand-made barista coffees, grab-and-go food items, and custom meals made to order.

Summary

As a Kitchen Manager at Rusty Lantern Markets, you will oversee kitchen operations to ensure the highest standards of food quality and safety are being met. This role is essential in maintaining our commitment to exceptional customer service while leading a team dedicated to providing fresh and delicious food options that our customers have known to expect and love.

Responsibilities of the Kitchen Manager

• Manage daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and quality in food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Train and develop kitchen staff in culinary techniques and customer service standards.
• Collaborate with management to create seasonal menus that reflect customer preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to maintain operational flow.
• Implement cost control measures to maximize profitability without compromising quality.
• Foster a positive team environment that encourages collaboration and high performance.
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Birthday off
• 401K with employer match
• Health and other benefits with generous employer contributions for employees and family
• Monthly bonus potential
• Store discount for all team members
• Employee referral bonus

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE proven experience in kitchen management or culinary leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent culinary skills with a passion for creating high-quality food offerings.
• Ability to train and develop staff effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with POS systems is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills.