Kitchen Operations Leader, Prepared Foods

Metropolitan Market; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Market on Mercer Island seeks a Kitchen Manager to support the Prepared Foods Department, focusing on product management, safety, quality, and profitability. You will lead production staff, manage displays, ensure inventory controls, and support vendor relations while maintaining high customer service standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, cost control, training, and promoting department initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years chef, sous chef, or direct kitchen management experience required.
• One year supervisory experience of five or more employees in a food service environment preferred.
• Must possess a minimum of three years of customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains product displays to excite customers and drive sales.
• Manages inventory and orders to optimize gross margins.
• Ensures food safety, HACCP compliance, and quality control.
• Prepares department schedules and allocates labor.
• Leads department team in customer service and training.
• Participates in specials, promotions, and community events.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Customer service

Job description

Metropolitan Market on Mercer Island seeks a Kitchen Manager to support the Prepared Foods Department, focusing on product management, safety, quality, and profitability. You will lead production staff, manage displays, ensure inventory controls, and support vendor relations while maintaining high customer service standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, cost control, training, and promoting department initiatives.