Kitchen Manager

Job Title: Kitchen Manager
Location: Pembroke, New Hampshire
Type: Full-Time

About Us:
We are a new restaurant being open just over a year, located inside Pembroke Pines Country Club in Pembroke, New Hampshire.  Join our dynamic and hard-working team at our vibrant and fast-paced 200-seat restaurant known for delivering exceptional experiences. We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager who is passionate about food quality, kitchen efficiency, and leading a team to culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring all dishes meet quality and presentation standards.
• Manage a team of chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff, providing guidance, support, and training.
• Maintain inventory, control food costs, and work with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients.
• Ensure health and safety standards, hygiene regulations, and kitchen cleanliness are consistently met.
• Collaborate with the management team on menu development and seasonal changes.
• Schedule staff shifts, manage time-off requests, and ensure proper kitchen coverage during busy hours.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and address any issues to avoid disruptions in service.
• Lead by example, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food handling, safety regulations, and kitchen management best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Hands-on experience with inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
• Culinary certification or degree preferred, but not required.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Health Insurance after 30 days
• Simple IRA with up to a 3% match after one year

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No