Kitchen Manager | Full-Time | The Dome

Oak View Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in venue management is seeking a skilled Kitchen Manager to oversee operations at a vibrant venue in Virginia Beach. This role is crucial for maintaining high food standards and managing a diverse kitchen team during concerts and events. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of kitchen management experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values inclusivity and innovation, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. This opportunity promises a dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Gesundheitsversicherung

Zahnversicherung

Sehversicherung

401(k) Sparplan

401(k) Matching

Bezahlte Freizeit

Qualifications

• Mindestens 3 Jahre Erfahrung im Küchenmanagement in einem hochvolumigen Restaurant oder Veranstaltungsort.
• Starke Führungs- und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten.

Responsibilities

• Überwachung der Küchenoperationen und Sicherstellung der Qualität der Speisen.
• Management und Schulung des Küchenteams für eine effiziente Arbeitsumgebung.

Skills

Küchenmanagement

Teamführung

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Inventarmanagement

Kücheneffizienz

Education

ServSafe Manager Zertifizierung

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Dome in Virginia Beach is seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with health and safety regulations. The Kitchen Manager will play a key role in maintaining high food standards, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring seamless food service during concerts, private events, and high-volume dining experiences.

This role pays an annual salary of $50,000-$60,000 and is bonus eligible.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until June 13, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food preparation, quality, and presentation meet company standards.
• Manage and schedule kitchen staff, ensuring proper staffing levels for all events.
• Train and supervise kitchen employees, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Maintain food cost control by monitoring inventory, portion sizes, and waste reduction.
• Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations are strictly followed.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and front-of-house managers to coordinate service.
• Order and manage inventory, ensuring kitchen supplies and ingredients are adequately stocked.
• Supervise food prep, cooking, plating, and service to maintain consistency and efficiency.
• Address any equipment issues, cleanliness concerns, or kitchen operational challenges.
• Assist in menu planning, costing, and execution in collaboration with the culinary team.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and high performance among kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of kitchen management experience in a high-volume restaurant, catering, or event venue.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Deep understanding of kitchen operations, food safety protocols, and inventory management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Experience with scheduling, labor cost management, and kitchen efficiency improvements.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules.
• ServSafe Manager certification or willingness to obtain.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens ourpeople, improves ourservice, and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.