Lead Kitchen Manager — Fresh, Local, Hospitable

Global Partners LP; City of Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Global Partners LP seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary heartbeat of the store, overseeing kitchen operations with precision. This role blends hands-on cooking with leadership, mentoring a team and upholding high standards.

You’ll drive quality, hospitality, and cost control in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You will ensure menu items meet company standards, maintain safety and sanitation, manage inventory, and collaborate with management to forecast demand.

Qualifications

• ServSafe or other approved Food Safety Certification within 90 days of employment or promotion.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have current Food Safety Certification.
• 3-5 years of experience in a high-volume foodservice environment, with 1-2 years of kitchen leadership or management experience.
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and cost control principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train, motivate, and lead a diverse kitchen team.
• Passion for local sourcing, fresh ingredients, and authentic hospitality.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to company standards and recipes.
• Lead daily prep and production, ensuring all food meets freshness and flavor expectations.
• Develop and inspire a culinary team that takes pride in craftsmanship and collaboration.
• Maintain consistent portion control, presentation, and timing across all menu offerings.
• Accountable for monitoring and achieving sales, margin, expense and labor targets.
• Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold Alltown Fresh standards.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and high-performing kitchen culture.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to ensure excellence.
• Lead by example - modeling professionalism, efficiency, and hospitality under pressure.
• Enforce all food safety, sanitation, and allergen management procedures.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and company health standards.
• Ensure all kitchen areas, tools, and equipment are cleaned, sanitized, and maintained daily.
• Conduct regular temperature checks, audits, and safety inspections.
• Promote a culture of cleanliness, safety, and accountability throughout the kitchen.
• Manage inventory levels, ordering, and receiving of products.
• Monitor food and labor costs to achieve budget goals and minimize waste.
• Maintain accurate records of prep levels, waste logs, and daily production.
• Work with management to forecast and plan for business volume and menu demand.
• Ensure every dish reflects the Alltown Fresh promise of Fresh, Local, and Honest Food.
• Represent the brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a genuine commitment to hospitality.
• Continuously seek opportunities to elevate food quality, presentation, and consistency.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Team management

Cost control

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Global Partners LP seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary heartbeat of the store, overseeing kitchen operations with precision. This role blends hands-on cooking with leadership, mentoring a team and upholding high standards.

You’ll drive quality, hospitality, and cost control in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You will ensure menu items meet company standards, maintain safety and sanitation, manage inventory, and collaborate with management to forecast demand.