Lead Kitchen Manager – High-Volume Ops & Menu Development

Brundage; Idaho; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Brundage in McCall, Idaho, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume kitchen and assist the F&B Director in running the culinary section efficiently. You will hire, train, and manage staff, develop menus, and ensure top-notch food quality and service.

You should have 3+ years in busy kitchens, Serve Safe certification, and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to inspire the culinary team and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in high-volume kitchens.
• Serve Safe (or equivalent Idaho recognized) certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Flexible schedule including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and manage staff with emphasis on sanitation.
• Assist in menu development and costing for multiple outlets.
• Coordinate kitchen receiving and storage following FIFO.
• Document information in kitchen logs daily.
• Ensure food prep meets regulatory guidelines.
• Train standardized food presentation guidelines for each dish.
• Monitor weekly inventory and reduce spoilage.
• Track weekly financials related to kitchen operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized workstations and equipment.
• Open/close kitchen and perform side duties as directed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Staff training

Menu costing

Food safety

Inventory control

Communication

Cooking skills

Education

Serve Safe certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Brundage in McCall, Idaho, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume kitchen and assist the F&B Director in running the culinary section efficiently. You will hire, train, and manage staff, develop menus, and ensure top-notch food quality and service.

You should have 3+ years in busy kitchens, Serve Safe certification, and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to inspire the culinary team and deliver an exceptional guest experience.