Kitchen Manager

Job Title: Kitchen Manager Reports To: Executive Chef

Job Summary To manage and coordinate all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, preparation, presentation, and sanitation in a fast-paced fine dining environment, while leading and developing kitchen staff to achieve culinary and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff Management: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise all kitchen personnel (line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers).
• Operations Oversight: Supervise food preparation, cooking, plating, and quality control, stepping in to cook or assist as needed.
• Inventory & Procurement: Manage food and non-alcoholic beverage inventory, place orders, receive deliveries, and minimize waste.
• Cost Control: Monitor kitchen expenses, track labor costs, manage budgets, and assist in setting menu prices.
• Quality & Standards: Enforce strict food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations (HACCP, local health codes).
• Menu & Recipe: Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, recipe adherence, portion control, and new dish implementation.
• Workflow & Efficiency: Develop and improve kitchen processes, manage daily prep sheets, and ensure smooth service flow.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations.
• Communication: Act as the primary liaison between the kitchen and front-of-house, resolving issues quickly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fine dining or high-end restaurant kitchen.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Expert knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and sanitation.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and scheduling systems.

Skills

• People Management & Training
• Culinary Expertise & Presentation
• Inventory & Cost Management
• Time Management & Organization
• Health & Safety Compliance
• Team Leadership

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