Kitchen Manager-BRU Burger Bar, Noblesville

CRG Dining; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG) is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Noblesville, IN, to lead culinary operations across our restaurant concepts. You will guide menus, uphold quality and consistency, and drive efficient kitchen performance.

Join a dynamic team focused on innovation, cost control, and excellent guest experiences, with opportunities for growth within CRG’s expanding restaurant portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager or similar in a restaurant environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of food cost control and budget management.
• Food safety and sanitation certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a culinary vision and strategy for each restaurant concept within the company.
• Create and update menus, ensuring they are on-trend and seasonally relevant.
• Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Set performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and provide feedback.
• Oversee food preparation, quality control, portioning, and plating.
• Manage inventory, cost control, and wastage reduction.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and a clean kitchen.
• Collaborate with management to meet budgets and financial targets.
• Monitor food costs, purchasing, and pricing to maximize profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Menu execution

Food quality

Team development

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

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Full Time Management BRU Burger Noblesville, Noblesville, IN, US

Since 1997, Mike Cunningham, owner of Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG), has created an array of unforgettable dining experiences for guests. From its humble beginnings in Brownsburg, Indiana to a growing tri-state restaurant group, CRG represents a steady beat of expansion and innovation fueled by a commitment to community impact. Our vision is reflected in forty restaurants…eighteen concepts… and sustainable, consistent growth.

Job Overview : As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the culinary operations within the restaurant. You will lead a team of talented chefs and kitchen staff, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and innovation. The Kitchen Manager will play a crucial role in menu execution, kitchen management, and maintaining an efficient and cost-effective kitchen operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Leadership:

Develop and maintain a culinary vision and strategy for each restaurant concept within the company.

Create and update menus, ensuring they are on-trend, seasonally relevant, and aligned with each concept's theme and target audience.

Team Management:

Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular evaluations, and provide constructive feedback for improvement.

Quality Assurance:

Uphold the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation in all our restaurants.

Oversee the food preparation process, including quality control, portioning, and plating.

Manage kitchen operations efficiently, including inventory management, cost control, and wastage reduction.

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.

Collaborate with the company's management team to set and achieve budget and financial targets.

Monitor food costs, purchasing, and pricing strategies to maximize profitability.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in a restaurant environment.

Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.

Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Knowledge of food cost control and budget management.

Food safety and sanitation certification is preferred

Physical Requirements:

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Mobility to move about the kitchen as necessary.

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects; i.e. pots, pans, kitchen equipment

Attention to detail and accuracy is essential

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts available

401k with company match

Paid time off

CRG offers competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement within our restaurants. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding customer service and thrive in a dynamic restaurant environment, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and be part of an exciting dining experience!

At Cunningham Restaurant Group, we embrace diversity and uphold equal opportunities for all. Our commitment to fairness and inclusivity reflects our core values of Connection, Honesty, Ownership, Respect, Fairness, Kindness, and Opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please join us in fostering an environment where everyone is valued and respected.