Lead Kitchen Manager | Menu & Team Leader, Buffalo

Daniela Llc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

Daniela LLC in Buffalo, NY seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and own daily kitchen operations, from prep to service, ensuring quality and consistency. You will recruit and train staff, optimize inventory and cost controls, schedule shifts, and collaborate with ownership on menu development while upholding health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on coaching to build a motivated, high-performing

Qualifications

• 4+ years of kitchen management or head cook experience in a restaurant or food service environment.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain) is required.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a kitchen team.
• Experience with inventory control, ordering, and cost management.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking, and service execution.
• Manage, train, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure optimal performance and coverage.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency to uphold established standards.
• Control food and labor costs through smart ordering, inventory management, and waste reduction.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with ownership on menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs or maintenance as needed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Staff training

Inventory control

Cost management

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Daniela LLC in Buffalo, NY seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and own daily kitchen operations, from prep to service, ensuring quality and consistency. You will recruit and train staff, optimize inventory and cost controls, schedule shifts, and collaborate with ownership on menu development while upholding health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on coaching to build a motivated, high-performing