Kitchen Manager

Stonecroft Manor is seeking a skilled and organized Kitchen Manager to oversee the operations of our kitchen staff.

The Kitchen Manager responsibilities include ordering food and supplies, maintaining health and safety protocols, managing food costs, and training and supervising kitchen staff.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, a keen eye for detail, strong leadership skills, and the ability to maintain the highest levels of food quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all areas of the kitchen and ensure compliance with established standards
• Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff’s performance
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue
• Maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment at all times
• Implement innovative strategies to improve productivity and sales
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• te with restaurant management to plan menus, set costs and ensure consistent quality in products
• Address customer queries/complaints promptly and professionally

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager or Head Chef
• Excellent culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cuisines and food service techniques
• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or relevant field
• Strong leadership, management and communication skills to effectively supervise kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and dishwashers, ensuring they work as a team and adhere to set standards.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards to ensure the kitchen is kept clean and free from cross-contamination.
• Great culinary skills and a deep understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently to ensure timely meal preparation and service, without compromising on quality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with the front-of-house team, discuss menu options with chefs, and handle any customer complaints professionally.
• Problem-solving skills to quickly identify and resolve issues such as equipment malfunctions, food supply issues or staffing challenges.
• Inventory management skills to control stock levels, manage food cost, and order necessary supplies efficiently.
• Understanding of budgeting and financial management to monitor spending and maintain profitability.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

 

 

 

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No