Kitchen Manager — Lead, Create & Elevate Menus

Leisure Hotels & Resorts; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary STD / LTD

Job summary

The Confluence Hotel in Hastings, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead culinary staff, and ensure top-quality food and service. The role emphasizes safety, menu development, budgeting, and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings proven leadership in hospitality kitchens, strong food-safety knowledge, and the ability to manage menus and costs while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in kitchen management in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
• Experience with menu development and cost control.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to train, supervise, and schedule staff effectively.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Manage and supervise kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including food safety standards and sanitation procedures.
• Develop and update menus in collaboration with culinary staff, considering customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
• Control inventory, order supplies, and manage food costs to meet budget targets.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and facilities, coordinating maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment that encourages professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Budgeting & cost control

Staff training

Operations management

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

The Confluence Hotel in Hastings, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead culinary staff, and ensure top-quality food and service. The role emphasizes safety, menu development, budgeting, and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings proven leadership in hospitality kitchens, strong food-safety knowledge, and the ability to manage menus and costs while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation.