Kitchen Operations Leader: Quality, Training & Cost Control

Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen functions, from food purchasing and preparation to quality standards, sanitation, and staff training. You will work with managers to plan menus, control costs, and ensure consistent portioning and presentation.

This role requires at least 5 years in varied kitchen positions, strong leadership, and the ability to manage schedules and safety training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in varied kitchen positions (food prep, line cook, fry cook, expediter).
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all foods prepared and served to the restaurant's standards and recipes.
• Oversee training of kitchen staff and enforce policies.
• Plan and price menu items; establish portion sizes; create standard recipe cards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across kitchen areas and equipment.
• Control food cost and waste; manage receiving and storage procedures.
• Schedule labor to meet business needs and maintain cost objectives.
• Provide safety training in first aid and handling hazardous materials.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Staff training

Sanitation

Job description

Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen functions, from food purchasing and preparation to quality standards, sanitation, and staff training. You will work with managers to plan menus, control costs, and ensure consistent portioning and presentation.

This role requires at least 5 years in varied kitchen positions, strong leadership, and the ability to manage schedules and safety training.