Kitchen Manager

Location: Burma Food Group (East Bay)

Position: Kitchen Manager

Salary: $ Hourly (DOE)

Calling all foodies, the passionate, the inspired 

At Burma Food Group, we are more than just a company - we are a family of passionate individuals who believe that food is a celebration, a source of discovery, and a way to connect with culture. From our first restaurant, Burma Superstar, we`ve grown into a thriving family of restaurants (Burma Love and Burma Bites), a retail line, and a non-profit organization - and this is just the beginning. 

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Kitchen Manager to play a critical role in supporting the General Manager and leading Back-of-House (BOH) operations at one of our Southeast Asian inspired restaurants. Located in the East Bay this role is part of a vibrant and diverse culinary community that values authentic flavors and warm hospitality. 

The ideal candidate will have two (2) + years of restaurant leadership experience, a passion for culinary excellence, and the ability to inspire and mentor a team of culinary professionals. We are looking for someone who brings strong technical skills, creativity, organization and a deep respect for authentic flavors. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure timely, high-quality food preparation and presentation
• Supervise, train and mentor kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, cooking techniques and safety practices
• Ensure the consistency of food quality, presentation and portion control
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving ingredients and supplies
• Enforce food safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with local health regulations
• Collaborate with Front-of-House (FOH) team to ensure seamless communication and an outstanding dining experience for guests
• Help in menu development, testing new dishes and creating daily specials
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong organizational skills and working efficiently under pressure

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role in a fast-paced high-volume kitchen
• Strong culinary knowledge and skills with a passion for food and creating memorable dishes
• Excellent leadership and management abilities
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and health regulations
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both kitchen and Front-of-House (FOH) staff
• Ability to acquire a California Food Handlers certification and Sexual Harassment license (before or within 30 days of hire date)

A few reasons why you`ll love your job:

• Opportunity to be a part of a growing and passionate company and team 
• Unique opportunity to bridge cultures through food
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K)
• Dining discounts across family of restaurants (Burma Superstar, Burma Love and Burma Bites)

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO):

Burma Food Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and other protected classes. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with legal requirements, in addition to federal law requirements. Burma Food Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.