Kitchen Manager — Lead Fast-Paced Café Team

Urth Caffé, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meal benefit

Health benefits

401(k) match

Career growth

Employee discounts

Job summary

Urth Caffé, Inc. is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in Downtown LA. You will lead a high-performing team, ensure food quality and safety, and manage inventory, labor, and costs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, plus the ability to train staff, schedule shifts, and maintain equipment and cleanliness to deliver guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of kitchen management or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of food production, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste.
• Monitor food and labor costs to meet budget goals.
• Train, coach, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Create staff schedules and maintain productivity.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment standards.
• Support exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Inventory control

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Culinary education

Job description

Urth Caffé, Inc. is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in Downtown LA. You will lead a high-performing team, ensure food quality and safety, and manage inventory, labor, and costs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, plus the ability to train staff, schedule shifts, and maintain equipment and cleanliness to deliver guest satisfaction.