Kitchen Manager - Full-time

Toni Patisserie & Café; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30-minute break

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Friendly work environment

Job summary

Toni Patisserie & Café is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations in Hinsdale. You’ll oversee pastry, dessert, and savory production while upholding quality and brand standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with front-of-house, managing inventory and food cost, training staff, enforcing sanitation, and driving seasonal menu planning to delight our guests.

Qualifications

• Strong pastry and bakery production experience is required.
• Prior kitchen leadership experience is preferred.
• Solid understanding of food cost, waste control, and inventory management.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pastry, dessert, and savory production with focus on quality and consistency.
• Communicate with front-of-house to ensure full product availability and pacing.
• Execute production plans based on retail demand, pre-orders, and wholesale commitments.
• Supervise, train, and support production, decorating, and savory teams; assign tasks and manage workflow.
• Verify recipes are followed precisely and inspect products before display or packaging.
• Monitor ingredient levels, place supplier orders, and minimize waste through FIFO and portion control.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per local health regulations.
• Lead new product ideation, seasonal menu planning, and collaborate on flavor pairings and packaging strategy.
• Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and craftsmanship.

Skills

Team leadership

Pastry production

Bakery production

Inventory management

Food cost control

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Job description

We're looking for a hands-on leader to join our team! As Kitchen Manager, you will be the driving force behind our back-of-house operations, ensuring every pastry, dessert, and savory item that leaves our kitchen meets the high standards our customers have come to love.

Job Description:

• Oversee daily pastry, dessert, and savory production, keeping quality and consistency front and center.
• Communicate with front-of-house staff throughout the day to ensure products stay fully stocked and production keeps pace with demand.
• Execute production plans based on retail demand, pre-orders, and wholesale commitments, adjusting levels during seasonal and holiday peaks.
• Supervise, train, and support our production, decorating, and savory teams, assigning daily tasks and managing workflow.
• Verify recipes are followed precisely and inspect products before they reach retail display or wholesale packaging.
• Monitor ingredient levels, place orders with suppliers, and help reduce waste through proper rotation (FIFO) and portion control.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards, ensuring compliance with local health department regulations.
• Lead new product ideation, seasonal menu planning, and collaborate on flavor pairings and packaging strategy.
• Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and craftsmanship among the team.

Requirements:

• Strong pastry and bakery production experience required; prior kitchen leadership experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of food cost, waste control, and inventory management.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and brand standards.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive pay and opportunities for career growth within the company.
• 30-minute paid break and shift meal.
• A supportive and friendly work environment.
• Employee discounts on food and beverages.

If you're a skilled kitchen leader who takes pride in craftsmanship, thrives in a bustling bakery environment, and loves building a strong team, we encourage you to apply! Join us at Toni Patisserie and Cafe and help lead our commitment to delivering delightful experiences to our valued patrons.