Kitchen Manager — Lead Kitchen, Training & Guest Experience

OTO Development; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holiday time

Travel discounts

Job summary

OTO Development is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the Food & Beverage kitchen team on site in a hospitality setting. You will hire, train, and schedule staff, manage inventories, and ensure safety and sanitation standards are upheld across all shifts.

The role requires 5+ years of culinary leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work nights and weekends as needed. A fast-paced environment with guest-focused service awaits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary experience with supervisory/management responsibilities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• You are willing to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• You have experience delegating tasks and maintaining fast speed of service.

Responsibilities

• Hire and train kitchen staff in specific stations and cross-train as necessary.
• Create schedules for kitchen staff to meet demand, especially lunch rush.
• Maintain inventory levels and conduct weekly inventory.
• Schedule and oversee maintenance on kitchen appliances.
• Respond to guest comments, complaints, and concerns to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen and ensure adherence to brand standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff training

Inventory management

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Job description

OTO Development is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the Food & Beverage kitchen team on site in a hospitality setting. You will hire, train, and schedule staff, manage inventories, and ensure safety and sanitation standards are upheld across all shifts.

The role requires 5+ years of culinary leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work nights and weekends as needed. A fast-paced environment with guest-focused service awaits.