Premier Resort Kitchen Manager — Lead Culinary Team

Leisure Hotel; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Leisure Hotel in Northern Kentucky is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all culinary operations at our premier resort. You will lead a talented kitchen team, drive menu development with executive chefs, manage inventory and costs, and ensure top-tier dining experiences for guests.

Ideal candidates bring proven leadership in hospitality, strong culinary technique, and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety standards.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience in inventory management and cost control.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary degree or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• - Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• - Supervise and train kitchen staff to ensure high performance and safety standards
• - Develop and update menus in collaboration with executive chefs
• - 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

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost control

Team training

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Education

Culinary degree or cert

Job description

Leisure Hotel in Northern Kentucky is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all culinary operations at our premier resort. You will lead a talented kitchen team, drive menu development with executive chefs, manage inventory and costs, and ensure top-tier dining experiences for guests.

Ideal candidates bring proven leadership in hospitality, strong culinary technique, and adherence to health and safety protocols.