Hamlin House is a Florida-inspired social and racquet club redefining hospitality in Orlando’s SoDo neighborhood. Spanning more than 28,000 square feet of indoor–outdoor space, the club features premium pickleball courts, curated cultural experiences, and a vibrant food and beverage program led by Chef John Fraser and JF Restaurants. Designed for those who appreciate elevated style and atmosphere, Hamlin House is where exceptional cuisine, meaningful connection, and sport come together to create a life beyond the lines.
John Fraser Restaurant Group is looking for a Kitchen Manager to join our team at Hamlin House. We are looking for someone who has a strong working knowledge of culinary and the strategic mind for administration. This role requires someone who is organized, tech savvy, who has worked in kitchens but is interested in transitioning into more of an administrative role.
Key Responsibilities
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for inventory control, kitchen equipment, and item management. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local food safety regulations. In addition, this person will be responsible for coordinating and directing all work assignments in the Stewarding Department to ensure organization, sanitation, training, inventory and control of all china, glass, and silver items.
Staff Schedule, Development, and Training
- Write schedule according to staffing guide receivers, stewards, and stewarding
- Support the hiring, supervision, payroll, development and training of Stewarding Department employees in accordance with establishment standards.
- Lead, train, and mentor team, provide support, and maintain employee morale and motivation.
Cost Control
Responsible for cost control and the proper storage of all service ware items including china, glass, silver, and food preparation equipment.Work with chef team on purchasing and receiving to ensure that china, glassware, silverware, chemicals, paper, and plastic specifications are met.Conduct monthly / quarterly inventory of china, glassware, silverware, chemicals, paper, and plastic.Conduct monthly inventory of cleaning supplies and chemicals.Monitor food cost on a daily basis based on purchases.Provide Chefs with information necessary for a successful food cost.Monitoring SOPs for ordering, receiving, storage, and waste.Monitoring / Setting appropriate pricing for all purchases.Working directly with vendors and accounting to ensure best pricing.Approving all food-related invoices.Monthly food inventory.Maintenance and upkeep of Margin Edge and Excel Checkbook.Monthly audit of Margin Edge.Weekly audit of Checkbooks.Training staff on Margin Edge best practices.Kitchen Maintenance
Maintain sanitation standards in all kitchen work areas as required by the Health Department regulations.Provide clean cooking utensils for the food and beverage operation and ensure that all utensils and equipment are clean, dry, and correctly stored in designated areas.Maintain safety, proper storage of chemicals, and chemical concentration logs.Supervise upkeep, safety and cleanliness in food preparation areas, refrigeration and storage areas, food and beverage service areas, hallways, corridors, and storerooms. Report any equipment deficiencies to engineering.DOH
Supporting F&B department in all Department of Health-relatedChecking HACCP logs on a weekly basisLabor Cost
Reporting to Executive Chef regarding overtime and staffing needs on a weeklyMenu Development
Working with outlet chefs to find the best available product.Menu meetingTesting involvementStandardizing recipesApprovalCommunicationAt JF Restaurants, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and inspiring work culture where culinary professionals can thrive and advance.
We offer :
Salary - $60,000 – $65,000 (based on experience)Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planPaid sick and vacation daysExclusive dining discounts at JF RestaurantsJoin us in delivering exceptional culinary experiences at Hamlin House.
To learn more, visit hamlinhouse.com
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