Kitchen Manager | Lead High-Volume Kitchen + Great Benefits

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

50% off lunch

25% off in-store shopping

Job summary

Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our busy kitchen operations. You will oversee daily food preparation, inventory, and a talented culinary team, ensuring recipes, portioning, and presentation meet our high standards.

You’ll drive safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, mentor staff, handle hiring and training, and collaborate with leaders on menu development and pricing. Great benefits await you.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent; culinary degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience managing a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Food safety certification required.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all kitchen activities, ensuring food is prepared and served according to Uncle Giuseppe’s recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Manage and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Conduct hiring, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Maintain and monitor kitchen inventory, placing orders based on menu needs and business demand.
• Partner with department managers to develop menu items, set pricing, and determine portion sizes.
• Schedule shifts based on business needs, holidays, and special events.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Conduct regular inventories and implement measures to minimize waste.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Food safety

Flexible schedule

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our busy kitchen operations. You will oversee daily food preparation, inventory, and a talented culinary team, ensuring recipes, portioning, and presentation meet our high standards.

You’ll drive safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, mentor staff, handle hiring and training, and collaborate with leaders on menu development and pricing. Great benefits await you.