Kitchen Operations Lead — Growth, Training & Quality

Nexus Brewery + Smokehouse; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A local brewery and smokehouse in Albuquerque is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen functions. This role involves managing food inventory, ensuring quality standards, and training kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of culinary experience, strong management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This full-time position requires the ability to work long hours in a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in kitchen roles including preparation and cooking.
• Self-Safe certification preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience in food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food is prepared according to recipes and standards.
• Make employment and termination decisions.
• Provide orientation and training for kitchen employees.
• Control food cost and usage.
• Schedule labor based on business activity.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Management skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Team player

Education

Minimum high school graduate

BA/BS in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts

Job description

A local brewery and smokehouse in Albuquerque is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen functions. This role involves managing food inventory, ensuring quality standards, and training kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of culinary experience, strong management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This full-time position requires the ability to work long hours in a busy kitchen environment.