Kitchen Manager

F&B Management

Oversee and supervise daily line operation;

Responsible for overall preparation all food items for banquet and restaurant use according to standard recipes;

Visually inspect and sample all food for proper taste, color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal;

Schedule appropriate number of staff according to daily needs for banquet functions, theatre show times, and weekly forecasts;

Maintain kitchen inventory and order as needed;

Perform daily duties including maintaining the open and closing checklist as well as other special projects;

Supervise all assigned staff including training, counseling and discipline;

Ensure proper ordering, receiving and storage of all food items in refrigerators, freezers and dry food storage to maintain product freshness;

Maintain positive relationships with management and kitchen associates;

Practice and enforce appropriate hand hygiene and glove use when necessary during food preparation activities, such as between handling raw meat and other foods, to prevent cross-contamination;

Enforce that all food safety requirements as it relates to food preparation, handling and storing is followed by all kitchen associates;

Minimum of two years' experience in a supervisory and / or management position in a similar size operation;

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point;

Must be detail-oriented, have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced kitchen environment;

2-3 years as a lead cook experience;

Above average working knowledge of accepted safety and sanitation standards;

Extensive experience with slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors, etc.;

Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes;

Possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills;

Willing and motivated to learn new skills, tasks, and software systems to meet the changing demands of the industry;

Ability to work long hours;

Ability to stay calm under pressure or during difficult situations

Ability to obtain any government and hospitality required license or certificate. Example : State Health Card Permit, Local Food Service / Handling Permit, State Liquor Service Permit, etc

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma preferred. Culinary or apprenticeship program preferred.