Kitchen Manager: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team Growth

Ditka's Restaurant Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Paid time off

Job summary

Ditka's Restaurant Group in Pittsburgh is seeking a motivated Kitchen Manager to support the Executive Chef in maintaining kitchen operations, including food prep, quality control, inventory, and maintenance. You will lead a team, coordinate high-volume production, and ensure excellence in guest dining experiences.

Qualified candidates will have some college or advanced training in food & beverage management, supervisory experience, and a ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• Some college and/or advanced training in food and beverage management plus 2 years of related experience, including supervisory experience
• ServeSafe certification, or willingness to obtain
• Advanced knowledge of food service regulations
• Must be organized, skilled with time management, and efficient in hot and cold line production
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift in an environment with extreme temperatures
• Skilled with the use of hand tools or machines needed for the position
• Able to lift, carry, or pull heavy objects

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
• Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, including planning and assigning work and establishing performance and development goals for team members
• Educate and train all team members in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and safety regulations
• Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, supplies, and labor costs
• Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
• Perform all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary
• Achieve and maintain company and brand standards for quality and guest satisfaction
• Ensure security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory and equipment and replenish supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimizing waste

Skills

Supervisory experience

Time management

High-volume cooking

Leadership

Education

Some college or advanced training in food & beverage management

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Ditka's Restaurant Group in Pittsburgh is seeking a motivated Kitchen Manager to support the Executive Chef in maintaining kitchen operations, including food prep, quality control, inventory, and maintenance. You will lead a team, coordinate high-volume production, and ensure excellence in guest dining experiences.

Qualified candidates will have some college or advanced training in food & beverage management, supervisory experience, and a ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).