Kitchen Manager: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Quality

Ellis Island Casino; Cimarron (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ellis Island Casino is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will lead, train, and supervise staff while ensuring quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include inventory control, cost management, safety compliance, menu collaboration, and maintaining cleanliness and equipment upkeep to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Nevada Food Handler Card.
• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role in a high-volume restaurant or pub.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, and motivate a diverse kitchen team.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Experience with inventory management, food cost control, and vendor relations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage kitchen staff, including scheduling and training.
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring quality, portion control, and timely service.
• Maintain inventory levels and place orders with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Collaborate on menu development and optimize food cost management.
• Monitor kitchen expenses and work to minimize waste.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and equipment maintenance.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house and management.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Job description

Ellis Island Casino is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will lead, train, and supervise staff while ensuring quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include inventory control, cost management, safety compliance, menu collaboration, and maintaining cleanliness and equipment upkeep to deliver an exceptional dining experience.