Kitchen Operations Lead — Growth, Benefits & Impact

Urth Caffé, Inc.; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meal benefit

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Urth Caffé, Inc. in Santa Monica, CA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and lead a high-performing team. You will ensure food quality, safety, inventory control, and efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, controlling costs, and driving guest satisfaction. A ServSafe certification is preferred, with opportunities for growth in a growing company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of kitchen management or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of food production, inventory control, and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste.
• Monitor food and labor costs to meet budget goals.
• Train, coach, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Create staff schedules and maintain productivity.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment standards.
• Support exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Culinary education or formal kitchen training

Tools

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Urth Caffé, Inc. in Santa Monica, CA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and lead a high-performing team. You will ensure food quality, safety, inventory control, and efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, controlling costs, and driving guest satisfaction. A ServSafe certification is preferred, with opportunities for growth in a growing company.