Kitchen Operations Lead | Safety & Staff Development

rljordan; Columbus (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

rljordan is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Columbus, NC to supervise kitchen staff, enforce safety standards, and ensure proper inventory and ordering procedures. You will manage food preparation, temperatures, and portion control, while driving customer satisfaction through quality and efficiency.

The role requires knowledge of safety procedures, ability to train staff, and experience with FIFO inventory and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen staff and enforcing safety standards.
• Knowledge of health and fire regulations.
• Proficient in inventory management and food ordering.
• ServSafe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise kitchen employees to uphold safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local food handling requirements.
• Direct kitchen staff to execute duties and maintain sanitation.
• Set cleaning standards and verify sanitation levels.
• Order food and supplies for the kitchen.
• Check in kitchen vendors and verify items meet orders.
• Supervise food prep and monitor cooking times.
• Maintain correct food temperatures and portions.
• Perform weekly inventory counts and track waste.
• Train kitchen staff on procedures and inventory control.
• Drive customer satisfaction through quality and efficiency.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Inventory management

Scheduling

Training

Hiring

ServSafe

Safety compliance

Job description

rljordan is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Columbus, NC to supervise kitchen staff, enforce safety standards, and ensure proper inventory and ordering procedures. You will manage food preparation, temperatures, and portion control, while driving customer satisfaction through quality and efficiency.

The role requires knowledge of safety procedures, ability to train staff, and experience with FIFO inventory and vendor coordination.