Luxury Resort Kitchen Manager: Lead & Innovate

Leisure-Hotels-LLC; Two Harbors (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary STD / LTD

Job summary

Leisure-Hotels-LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager for our resort to lead daily culinary operations and drive exceptional dining experiences for guests. You will oversee, mentor, and develop an skilled kitchen team in a luxurious setting, maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

You will collaborate with executive chefs to create menus, manage inventory, and control food costs while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Executive Chef, or similar leadership role in a hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of inventory management and cost control.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• Supervise and train kitchen staff to ensure high performance and adherence to safety and hygiene standards
• Develop and update menus in collaboration with executive chefs, considering guest preferences and seasonal ingredients
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control food costs to maximize profitability
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including sanitation and food safety protocols
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver seamless guest service
• Maintain a positive, professional work environment that promotes teamwork and continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Menu development

Inventory management

Cost control

Staff training

Communication

Time management

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certification

Job description

Leisure-Hotels-LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager for our resort to lead daily culinary operations and drive exceptional dining experiences for guests. You will oversee, mentor, and develop an skilled kitchen team in a luxurious setting, maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

You will collaborate with executive chefs to create menus, manage inventory, and control food costs while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.