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Kitchen Manager

Great Hire HR Solutions
Whittier, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee our culinary operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for food preparation, ensuring that our kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. This role requires a blend of culinary expertise, hospitality management, and team development to create an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and cleanup.
  • Assign tasks; supervise chefs and cooks in the preparation and presentation of food.
  • Maintain control of the kitchen to ensure that all tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively.
  • Resolve issues as they arise so that customers continue to receive their orders in a uniform and timely manner.
  • Make sure that all kitchen and wait staff adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen.
  • Plan menus and set prices with ownership while adjusting as needed based on the availability of ingredients.
  • Inspect raw and cooked food items to guarantee that the highest quality products are prepared and served to customers.
  • Collaborate with the general manager and owners to align kitchen operations with the overarching goals of the establishment.
  • Responsible for JIT [AM1] [a2] inventory.
  • Order using the Tapia Cart App.
  • Orders must be in before 3 PM.
  • Responsible for back of the house (BOH) schedule via Zoomshift.
  • Schedule shifts to reduce labor costs.
  • Responsible for BOH employee breaks and limiting overtime.
  • Recruit, hire, and train chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff.
  • Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for BOH staff to uphold kitchen standards.
  • Create log of recipes and directions on how to cook each recipe along with pictures to showcase how it should be presented to customers.
  • Create training protocols for new and existing staff that align with the highest standards of the kitchen.
  • Maintain kitchen equipment; schedule repairs and additional maintenance as needed.
  • Minimum of 50 hours worked per week.
  • Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
  • Must attend Tuesday weekly meetings when scheduled.

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

  • Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
  • Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
  • Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
  • Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Benefits

    Job Type : Full Time, Minimum 30-50 hours per week

    Pay : $24-26

    Benefits :

    Accrue paid time off.

    Free meal during shift

    Shift : Tuesday-Sunday. Occasionally Monday for special events, catering, etc.

    Work Location : In Person

    Salary : $24 - $26

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