What are the responsibilities and job description for the Café and Kitchen Manager position at Puff 'N Stuff Catering?
Elevate Your Culinary and Management Career with Us!
Are you a passionate culinary professional with a knack for leadership, innovation, and operational excellence? Our Catering team is looking for a Kitchen & Café Manager to help craft creative menus, oversee kitchen operations, and lead our culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences—all while maintaining cost efficiency and profitability.
As a key leader in our high-volume Catering Commissary, you’ll work closely with the Executive Chef to ensure flawless execution from concept to plate. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love mentoring teams, and have a strong understanding of fiscal and operational management, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do:
Lead & Train the Culinary Team – Provide guidance, mentorship, and hands-on training to ensure the highest quality food production both in-house and on-site. Implement and refine training procedures to enhance team performance and prepare staff for growth opportunities.
Ensure Culinary Excellence – Maintain and enforce kitchen standards, recipes, and production procedures to guarantee consistency and quality in every dish. Stay ahead of culinary and seasonal trends to keep our offerings fresh and exciting.
Manage Fiscal Responsibilities – Oversee labor costing, budget control, and food costs to optimize profitability without compromising quality. Monitor and analyze financial performance, making data-driven decisions to improve efficiency.
Control Inventory & Minimize Waste – Implement strong food and supply inventory practices, ensuring proper portioning, storage, and waste reduction strategies to keep costs in check.
Oversee Cashier & Register Management – Supervise point-of-sale operations, including cashier handling, register controls, and cash flow procedures to maintain financial accuracy and security.
Support On-Site Events & Operations – Travel within the region to manage event execution, provide hands-on leadership, and ensure quality control for dispatched culinary teams.
Contribute to Disaster Relief Efforts – Assist in leading culinary teams for emergency food service contracts when needed.
What You Bring to the Table:
Culinary Expertise – A degree in Culinary Arts (or related certification) is preferred, but equivalent hands-on experience works too!
Leadership Experience – 2-4 years of culinary management experience in high-volume catering, hospitality, or restaurant operations with a track record of progressive growth.
Strong Business Acumen – Proven ability to manage budgets, labor costs, and inventory while ensuring compliance with health codes and operational standards.
Excellent Communication Skills – Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication to effectively lead and collaborate with teams.
Tech-Savvy – Comfortable using standard technology, including Microsoft Office (Excel proficiency is a plus), POS systems, and mobile devices.
Flexibility & Travel Willingness – Ability to travel within the region and work nights, weekends, and some holidays.
Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations – Solid understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation laws and best practices.
What We Offer:
Competitive Compensation – Based on experience and leadership abilities.
Comprehensive Benefits – Including health and dental coverage, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid time off.
Growth & Development – Opportunities for advancement in a dynamic, fast-growing company.
Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply now and join a team that values creativity, leadership, and excellence
