Kitchen Manager: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team Development

Pura Vida Miami Llc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness – Medical, Dental &

PTO

Discounted Meals

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Job summary

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Fort Lauderdale, FL to oversee all kitchen operations and lead a team of cooks and MITs. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and consistency in menu items across a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include training staff, enforcing health and safety standards, and ensuring proper onboarding and retention of team members. A culinary degree or Restaurant Management certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in a food production facility, fast paced restaurant or full dining service.
• Culinary school certification or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.
• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense.
• Experience in training and developing kitchen staff.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen setting.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work well in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using a computer, navigating standard office and point-of-sale software
• Ability to bend and reach overhead often.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and work closely with Assistant Kitchen Managers and Managers in Training (MITs).
• Supervise and provide clear communication regarding job responsibilities and performance expectations to kitchen personnel.
• Foster a culture of quality and consistency within the kitchen team, ensuring all menu items meet standards.
• Provide comprehensive training to kitchen staff on prep work and food presentation techniques.
• Responsible for the selection, on boarding and retention of team members through motivation, recognition, coaching and development.
• Responsibly delegate and follow up on tasks while remaining accountable overall for kitchen and team members.
• Offer clear direction to kitchen staff, ensuring effective execution of all assigned tasks.
• Maintain vigilant oversight of kitchen operations to ensure adherence to health and fire safety regulations.
• Ensure full compliance with state, federal, and local food handling regulations, and standards as well as Company safety and security protocols.
• Emphasize safety, sanitation and security awareness, and ensure that team members are properly trained to create a safe work environment
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of kitchen and restaurant policies and procedures during shifts.
• Step in to fulfill the responsibilities of a line cook when required, demonstrating proficiency in all kitchen roles.

Skills

Kitchen management

Staff training

Food safety

Health & safety compliance

Leadership

Education

Culinary school certification

Restaurant Management degree

Tools

POS software

Office software

Job description

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Fort Lauderdale, FL to oversee all kitchen operations and lead a team of cooks and MITs. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and consistency in menu items across a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include training staff, enforcing health and safety standards, and ensuring proper onboarding and retention of team members. A culinary degree or Restaurant Management certification is a plus.