Culinary Manager

Job Description

Uccello's Hospitality Group is expanding our team and are looking for individuals who are committed to providing a memorable family experience to our Team and Guests as a Culinary Manager!

• Location:
  
  Grand Rapids, MI
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• Salary:
  Competitive

UHG has operated successfully for 43 years and is proud to offer Team Members opportunities to grow their culinary and hospitality careers. UHG also offers competitive wages, great benefits, flexible scheduling and more!

• Resilient:
  Adaptable and flexible, grace under fire, create positive change
• Committed:
  Give more than expected, never compromise on our Quality and Reputation
• Humbly Confident:
  Open and honest, balanced ego, no arrogance, doing good while being good
• Hospitality Driven:
  We care for each other, we care for our Guests, we care for our community, we care for our vendors. In that order.
• Always Seek First to Understand: empathic listening, think Win/Win
• Do the Right Thing:
  Trust, respect, and integrity in all of our relationships.

Responsible for supporting the kitchen management team in successfully executing all kitchen functions including food preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training of team members in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control and sanitation and cleanliness.

• Minimum of 3-5 years (current) Kitchen Management experience in a high volume kitchen.
• Banquet experience necessary
• Pizzeria experience is a plus
• Strong operational background and ability to provide high-quality food and outstanding guest service.
• A track record of success in effectively controlling food and labor cost.
• The ability to thrive under pressure. This is a high-volume operation.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred
• Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of the restaurant’s operating area.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, directing, and motivating team members
• Possess excellent basic math skills
• Have basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Office and the use of email.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the stamina to work 10 to 12-hour shifts when necessary and at least 45 hours per week

• An outstanding culture with a local, family-owned company
• A competitive salary, plus a generous bonus program paid per 4 week period based on the financial performance of the restaurant.
• Complimentary dining experiences at all of our restaurants for you and your guests.
• Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave