Kitchen Manager: Production Lead & Menu Development

Belfast Community Co-op; Belfast (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Belfast Community Co-op is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our production team in Belfast, ME. The role focuses on food production, recipe development, and executing strategic plans to achieve margin and sales goals.

You will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, scheduling, ordering, production, food safety, and personnel management. This is a full-time position (30+ hours weekly) with weekend, early morning, and evening shifts, paying $25.00/hour.

Qualifications

• Management experience in kitchen/food production
• Experience leading a team in a prepared foods environment
• Ability to develop recipes and menus with cost considerations
• Strong staffing/training and scheduling capabilities
• Knowledge of food safety compliance and sanitation standards
• Experience with cost control and margin improvement

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise department staff to ensure coverage and efficiency.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Ensure all food safety standards are met and staff trained on certifications.
• Lead production of hot and cold prepared foods, menu development, and programming initiatives.
• Monitor sales, labor, and pricing to optimize department margin and performance.
• Maintain an inviting, well-stocked department with vendor relations and ordering procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Food production

Recipe development

Staff development

Production planning

Food safety

Scheduling

Training

Margin management

Customer service

Tools

Food costing software

Electronic inventory systems

Job description

The Belfast Community Co-op is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our production team in Belfast, ME. The role focuses on food production, recipe development, and executing strategic plans to achieve margin and sales goals.

You will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, scheduling, ordering, production, food safety, and personnel management. This is a full-time position (30+ hours weekly) with weekend, early morning, and evening shifts, paying $25.00/hour.