Kitchen Manager/Chef

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Kitchen Manager to join our team at a fast-paced Sports Bar & Grill. The Kitchen Manager will oversee all kitchen operations, manage kitchen employees in 8 kitchens, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. This position will play a key role in menu development, cost control, and ensuring that kitchen operations run smoothly in a high-energy environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Team Management : Lead, supervise, and train staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Ensure all staff are properly trained in food safety, kitchen procedures, and customer service expectations.
• Food Quality & Consistency : Maintain high standards for food quality, taste, and presentation. Ensure consistency in food preparation and ensure that all menu items are prepared according to company specifications.
• Menu Development : Collaborate with management to help design, test, and refine menu items, incorporating customer feedback and seasonal ingredients.
• Cost Control & Budgeting : Monitor and control food and labor costs, ensuring they stay within established budgets. Track inventory and order supplies as needed, optimizing stock levels to minimize waste while meeting operational needs.
• Health & Safety Compliance : Ensure that the kitchen operates in compliance with local health and safety regulations, including food safety standards and cleanliness. Regularly inspect the kitchen to ensure proper sanitation practices are followed.
• Inventory & Ordering : Oversee inventory management, including ordering, stocking, and rotating inventory to prevent spoilage. Ensure the kitchen is always well-equipped and prepared for busy shifts.
• Staff Scheduling : Create and manage work schedules for kitchen employees, ensuring appropriate staffing levels based on business needs and maintaining labor cost control.
• Operational Efficiency : Monitor kitchen operations and workflows to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance the overall customer experience.
• Customer Service : Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate delivery of food orders, addressing any customer concerns or complaints regarding food quality.

Qualifications :

Compensation :

Competitive salary based on experience, plus performance-based incentives.

Benefits :

If you are passionate about food and have the leadership skills to thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment, we invite you to apply for the Kitchen Manager position at our Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill.

About Tailgaters :

We're a company that believes that a high five and a pocket full of smiles will bring people together. Our goal is to bring people together for awesome drinks, amazing food, and a great time! We have some of the best wings, the best burgers in town!!!!!... Come let us show you who we are and we would be the next greatest thing.

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