Kitchen Manager: High-Volume Launch Leader
La Vida Hospitality
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La Vida Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the heart of house, uphold Crooked Hammock standards, and build a high-performance kitchen team for a new Raleigh opening. You will drive food quality, safety, and service speed while training staff and setting the tone for culinary excellence.
The role requires 5+ years in varied kitchen positions and leadership experience in a fast-paced setting. Strong communication and a hospitality-driven mindset are essential.
Qualifications
- 5+ years in varied kitchen roles (food prep, line cook, grill, expeditor).
- At least 1 year as Kitchen Manager or 3 years Assistant Kitchen Manager in a high-volume kitchen.
- College degree preferred or equivalent combination of experience/education.
Responsibilities
- Build the CHB team via hiring/termination decisions and coaching.
- Uphold values and ethics in team development and training processes.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality according to CHB standards.
- Coordinate with GM and other departments to ensure efficient operations.
- Oversee training of kitchen staff and ensure proper equipment use and safety policies.
- Monitor labor, inventory, and food cost while meeting service level goals.
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La Vida Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the heart of house, uphold Crooked Hammock standards, and build a high-performance kitchen team for a new Raleigh opening. You will drive food quality, safety, and service speed while training staff and setting the tone for culinary excellence.
The role requires 5+ years in varied kitchen positions and leadership experience in a fast-paced setting. Strong communication and a hospitality-driven mindset are essential.
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