Senior Kitchen Manager for Large-Scale Events

Live Nation Entertainment; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment in New Orleans, LA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our in-house culinary operations within a vibrant entertainment venue. You will oversee cost controls, staff training, scheduling, and adherence to safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences at events and daily operations.

This role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to manage high-volume service, and collaboration with culinary and events teams to optimize performance and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years kitchen management experience.
• Skills in cost controls, crew training and development.
• Working knowledge of kitchen and dishwashing procedures.
• Knowledge of food and beverage costs and labor costs.
• College degree.
• Able to lift at least 150 lbs. and stand long hours.

Responsibilities

• Meet budgetary expectations for food, beverage and labor costs.
• Oversee kitchen operations and schedule shifts for kitchen staff.
• Develop cost-effective specials and menu changes to maximize sales.
• Ensure safety guidelines and SOP compliance across kitchen operations.
• Lead staff training and conduct performance evaluations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Cost controls

Crew training

Operations management

Education

College degree

Tools

Excel

Micros

Job description

Live Nation Entertainment in New Orleans, LA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our in-house culinary operations within a vibrant entertainment venue. You will oversee cost controls, staff training, scheduling, and adherence to safety standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences at events and daily operations.

This role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to manage high-volume service, and collaboration with culinary and events teams to optimize performance and