Kitchen Operations Leader - Drive Quality & Profit

Tommy; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Triple T Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Manager for Tommy's Tavern + Tap in New Jersey. You will oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor inventory, control costs, and collaborate with suppliers to optimize performance and profitability, while leading training and maintaining high standards of food preparation.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu implementation, and food safety standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff and communicate effectively with team members and guests.
• Ability to assess operational data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations.
• High accuracy in managing inventory, financial reporting, and compliance processes.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to address operational challenges and guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations within a single restaurant location, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff; conduct regular training sessions on culinary techniques and safety.
• Monitor and manage food costs, inventory levels, and ordering systems.
• Analyze sales and margins data to drive profitability; set KPIs for kitchen performance and labor budgets.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Oversee line checks, production sheets, and daily/weekly cleaning schedules to maintain quality.
• Conduct regular line checks to maintain consistency and quality in food preparation.
• Fill out shift reports and review food sales versus last year to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Team leadership

Food safety

Inventory control

Cost management

Vendor relations

Scheduling

Performance reviews

Job description

Triple T Hospitality is seeking a Kitchen Manager for Tommy's Tavern + Tap in New Jersey. You will oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor inventory, control costs, and collaborate with suppliers to optimize performance and profitability, while leading training and maintaining high standards of food preparation.