Kitchen Manager

Broken Tart hiring a Head Baker/ Kitchen Manager

ABOUT US
Broken Tart is a sister-owned and operated bakery and cafe specializing in cakes, bakes and delicious coffee. We are focused on creating an experience at Broken Tart that surprises and delights our customers - both on the everydays AND the milestone days. While that journey begins with our thoughtful (and super delicious) menu, it comes to life with our commitment to outside-the-box hospitality. 
We are building and fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that allows all team members to thrive. We pledge to offer open communication, professionalism, fair wages, and ongoing opportunities for growth and development to each and every member of our team. (We are better together, after all)
ABOUT THE BAKER POSITION

The Kitchen Manager is the heart of our BOH Team. This person models behaviors of efficiency, organization, cleanliness, productivity, consistency and is a true team player. The kitchen manager is responsible for team leadership, managing weekly prep lists and production schedules, product development, ensuring that quality and consistency in all production is met. 

The kitchen manager trains new team members, coaches and supports existing team members for efficiency and productivity. This position requires flexibility and a can-do attitude, willingness to jump in wherever necessary. 

The kitchen manager is responsible for managing product inventory, ingredient inventory and proper storage methods for all items. This person will place multiple orders weekly and adjust ordering based on production needs and within monthly budget. 

The kitchen manager is professional, a strong leader, organized and is a successful multi-tasker. Thoughtful, solution oriented and has strong communication and collaboration skills.

Main Responsibilities: 

• Hands-on leadership and contributions to daily prep
• Weekly administrative duties, order placing & inventory management
• Proficiency in all BOH recipes, roles, checklists and responsibilities
• Models & trains successful behaviors for team members including cleanliness, teamwork, efficiency, organization, sanitation, food safety, recipe accuracy and prep consistency
• Oversees staff hiring, interviews and training
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment
• Is a culture carrier for Broken Tart among customers and team members
• Conducts check-ins with team members and consults with management team on annual performance reviews
• Follows and ensures compliance of all procedures, methods, recipes, checklists with management team to improve systems as necessary. 
• Holds team members accountable to all bakery standards, cleanliness, productivity and standard job responsibilities.
• Oversees accurate ordering, receiving, labeling, storing, and FIFO-ing of all product inventory.
• Collaborates with management team to plan holiday menus and execute holiday production. 
• Oversees holiday production schedules.
• Oversees daily quality control and takes necessary corrective steps to maintain high product standards.
• Oversees research & development of new products. Facilities recipe audits and adjustments as necessary and encourages the R+D process with the BOH team
• Ensures kitchen and workspaces are clean, organized and sanitary
• Ensures compliance with sanitation regulations and requirements

Job Details:

• Full-Time Position 40 hours per week
• Weekend Flexibility and Holidays are required
• Weekly schedule Tuesday-Saturday (subject to change)
• Start times may vary but as early as 5am. 
• Salaried. Varies based on experience. $58,000-$62,000

What you'll get in return:

• Dining discounts and lots of free pastries & beverages
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance for full-time employees after 60 days of employment
• A fun and welcoming work environment
• Paid Time Off
• Sick leave in accordance with Cook County law

Skills and qualities we expect you'll bring to the table:

• Genuine excitement for baking, pastry, and the hospitality space
• Strong leadership skills
• An eye for detail
• High levels of cleanliness and organization
• Ability to multitask and think on your feet
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Great communication skills
• Creativity (lots of it)
• Flexibility (lots of this, too)
• Desire to lean and grow both professionally and personally
• A commitment to kindness, curiosity, and leaving things a little bit better than you found it