Kitchen Manager in Royal Palm Beach

WOB Bar and Kitchen; Florida; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Wages

Flexible Scheduling

Career Development and Advancement Op­

Premium Healthcare, Dental, and Vision

Secondary Insurance Benefits (Short/LL

401(k)

Direct Deposit

Meal Discounts

Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases w/

Bonus benefits as outlined in thebonus

Résumé du poste

WOB Bar and Kitchen is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee all back-of-house operations, including food preparation, line cooking, and quality control in a fast-paced setting. You will coach and develop a hands-on kitchen team while driving profitability through cost controls and efficient labor management.

The role emphasizes maintaining recipes and standards, ensuring sanitation compliance, and delivering an exceptional guest dining experience with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in kitchen roles (food prep, line cook, fry cook, expeditor) with at least 2 years in leadership.
• Strong leadership abilities and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high energy.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire, or per state/local regs.

Responsabilités

• Oversee all food preparation and presentation to established standards.
• Control food costs and inventory; manage purchasing and deliveries.
• Schedule labor based on activity and ensure timely reports.

Connaissances

Leadership

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Food safety knowledge

Description du poste

Kitchen Manager

We are seeking a talented and experienced Kitchen Manager (KM) to join our team. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, presentation, and quality control in a fun and fast-paced environment. This job requires cooking on the line, prepping, completing daily line checks and health inspections, coaching and teaching your team, and being very hands on in the kitchen operation.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Premium Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Secondary Insurance Benefits (Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance, Legal Insurance, etc.)
• 401(k)
• Direct Deposit
• Meal Discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• Bonus benefits as outlined in the bonus program awarded monthly

Position Purpose

The Kitchen Manager is a key driver of operational success and an exceptional guest experience.

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operations of the back-of-house and kitchen areas. This role oversees hiring, training, food purchasing, inventory management, food preparation standards, kitchen safety, and sanitation compliance. The Kitchen Manager ensures that recipes and specifications are followed, portions are accurate, and food is prepared and served consistently, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Additionally, the Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing food costs, waste, and labor expenses while maximizing profitability and delivering an outstanding dining experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to established standards.
• Order food products according to predetermined specifications and verify accurate receipt of all deliveries.
• Control food costs and usage through proper requisition and inventory management.
• Serve as a collaborative team player to ensure operational success.
• Ensure all equipment is clean, properly maintained, and in excellent working condition.
• Participate in employment decisions, including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, coaching, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
• Provide orientation on company policies, procedures, and operational standards, while overseeing the training of new kitchen employees.
• Prepare all required paperwork, reports, and schedules accurately and on time.
• Schedule labor based on anticipated business activity.
• Administer personnel policies fairly, consistently, and promptly.
• Oversee training and development of kitchen team members.
• Maintain security standards and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, including overtime, minimum wage, and minor employment regulations.
• Foster a positive and engaging workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Preferred minimum of 5 years of experience in various kitchen positions, including food preparation, line cook, fry cook, and expediter roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership position.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive, high-energy workplace.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Management Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire, or as required by state and local regulations.

Work Requirements

• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Exceptional hygiene and grooming practices.
• Ability to learn and retain menu and recipe knowledge.
• Flexible schedule to meet business needs.
• Ability to withstand frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures, smoke, and steam.
• Frequent contact with sanitation solutions, disposable gloves, and food products including, but not limited to, meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, dairy, and produce.
• Ability to learn and prepare all menu items to established specifications, presentation standards, and quality expectations within required timeframes.

Pay Structure

Full-Time Exempt (Salary) plus bonus potential

Reports To

Managing Partner

Equal Opportunity Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Summary

This job description is intended to summarize the primary duties and responsibilities of the position and does not constitute an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice. This job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified as business needs require. Employees may be assigned additional duties, responsibilities, or projects as directed by management.