Kitchen Manager

Location: Burma Love Valencia

Position: Kitchen Manager

Salary: $75,000- 85,000 (DOE)

Calling all foodies, the passionate, the inspired!

At Burma Inc, it is more than just a "job" and we are more than just a "company". We are a small but mighty group of individuals passionate about food, life, people and culture. We are strong believers that food should be more than just fuel, it should be celebrated, act as a source of discovery, connection and feed a sense of adventure.

Burma Inc is the company behind Burma Superstar, Burma Love and Burma Bites restaurants in the San Francisco Bay Area. What started out as a single restaurant with a vision to bring Burmese/Asian cuisine to the world has quickly turned into a family of restaurants, a non-profit organization, as well as a retail line, and this is just the beginning.

Burma Inc is seeking a skilled and experienced KITCHEN MANAGER to play a critical role in supporting the General Manager in the kitchen an ensuring that all dishes reflect the authentic flavors of one of our Southeast Asian inspired restaurants. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the restaurant industry with a strong flavor for creating mouthwatering dishes, menu development and the ability to aspire and mentor a team of culinary professionals.

As a KITCHEN MANAGER you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring that food is prepared to the highest standards of quality, safety and presentation. You will be managing kitchen staff, controlling inventory, maintaining a clean work environment and supporting the creation and execution of the restaurant's menu. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with excellent organizational skills and a passion for culinary excellence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure timely, high-quality food preparation and presentation
• Supervise, train and mentor kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, cooking techniques and safety practices
• Ensure the consistency of food quality, presentation and portion control
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving ingredients and supplies
• Enforce food safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with local health regulations
• Collaborate with Front-of-House (FOH) team to ensure seamless communication and an outstanding dining experience for guests
• Help in menu development, testing new dishes and creating daily specials
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong organizational skills and working efficiently under pressure

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a sous chef or in a similar role in a fast-paced high-volume kitchen
• Strong culinary knowledge and skills with a passion for food and creating memorable dishes
• Excellent leadership and management abilities
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and health regulations
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both kitchen and front-of-house (FOH) staff
• Ability to acquire a California Food Handlers license, Sexual Harassment certification (before or within 2 weeks of hiring)

A few reasons why you`ll love your job:

• Opportunity to be a part of a growing and passionate company and team
• Unique opportunity to bridge culture through food
• Competitive salary
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Dining discounts across family of restaurant's (Burma Superstar, Burma Love, Burma Bites)

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO):

Burma Inc provided equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics and other protected classes. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with legal requirements, in addition to federal law requirements. Burma INC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.