Restaurant Kitchen Manager

Gecko Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Restaurant Kitchen Manager to lead culinary operations in a thriving Denver location. This role involves ensuring the highest quality dishes are served, training and managing kitchen staff, and developing innovative menus that captivate customers. With over 30 years of experience, the company prides itself on quality service and culinary excellence. Join a team that values dedication and offers growth potential, along with a competitive salary and benefits package. If you have a passion for food and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Vacation

Growth Potential

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a full-service restaurant as a Kitchen Manager.
• Strong leadership and financial management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality culinary dishes are served on schedule.
• Train and manage kitchen staff effectively.
• Modify and develop new menus as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Food Quality Management

Financial Proficiency (P&L, Inventory)

Education

3+ years experience as Restaurant Kitchen/BOH Manager

Job description

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

Now Hiring - Immediate Need

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 + Benefits and Bonus Packages

For over 30 years, we have been the place people in the community can count on for a great meal and quality service. We make sure to pay attention to the little things, like the extra spice to make your entrée kick, and seek new ways to enhance our menu. Though our roots are in the south, we’ve slowly started our expansion and now have restaurants across the country. Our success and continued growth wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated customers along with our talented Management staff.

Title of Position: Restaurant Kitchen Manager

Job Description:
The Restaurant Kitchen Manager is to ensure quality culinary dishes are served on schedule, and to see issues resolved when they happen. Therefore, the Restaurant Kitchen Manager is responsible for approving all prepared food items leaving the kitchen. The Restaurant Kitchen Manager is expected to modify and develop new menus as needed so they remain effective for the purposes of creating continued culinary pull to the restaurant. In addition, the Restaurant Kitchen Manager also performs numerous administrative tasks, including ordering supplies, and reporting to the General Manager. The right Restaurant Kitchen Manager candidate will be able to effectively train and manage kitchen staff and supervise/coordinate all associated culinary activities; estimate food usage and purchase food; choose and develop recipes; standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality; establish presentation technique and quality standards; plan and price menus; ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance; and ensure proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
• 401k
• Paid Vacation.
• Growth Potential.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years current experience as a salaried Restaurant Kitchen/BOH Manager in a Full Service concept.
• High-volume background; must have KM experience in restaurants doing over $3 million in sales per year.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Outstanding work ethic and drive to succeed.
• Hands-on with hiring, training, and developing hourly employees.
• Ability to maintain high levels of food quality, consistency, and hygiene.
• Restaurant Kitchen Manager candidates must be proficient with financials (P&Ls, inventory, food/labor cost, etc.)

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