Kitchen Manager

About the Role

We're seeking a highly motivated and experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is not only passionate about food quality and kitchen organization but thrives in a fast‑paced, celebratory environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining consistency, speed, cleanliness, and full compliance in all kitchen activities—delivering standout dining experiences that reflect the spirit of the coast.

• Kitchen Operations & Food Quality
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, prep, and service
  • Ensure consistency of all menu items
  • Monitor food portioning and presentation standards
  • Maintain high food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP knowledge preferred)
• Staff Management
  • Train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff (prep cooks, line cooks, dishwashers)
  • Conduct performance evaluations and coach staff to improve
  • Maintain positive kitchen culture and resolve conflicts professionally
• Inventory & Cost Control
  • Manage inventory levels, food orders, and supplier relationships
  • Minimize food waste and monitor food costs
  • Ensure kitchen stays within budget and maintains profitability
  • Responsible for creating new SOPs, payroll timecard edits, associate scheduling, and maintaining the outlet in accordance with pre‑established cost controls and sales budgets.
• Health & Safety Compliance
  • Ensure all equipment is maintained and in safe working order
  • Enforce proper hygiene and protocols
  • Prepare for health inspections and ensure full compliance
  • Perform any other job‑related duties as assigned.

• 2‑4 years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Lead Cook, or similar role.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, inventory, and cost control.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

• Competitive salary
• Employee meals and discounts
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision plus supplemental
• 401k company match
• Growth opportunities

• Must have the ability to communicate in English.
• Self‑starting personality with an even disposition.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
• Can communicate well with guests.
• Must be willing to "pitch‑in" and help co‑workers with their job duties and be a team player.
• Strong knowledge of Food & Beverage operations and service, wines and preparation techniques.
• Excellent mathematical abilities to determine and track inventory, controls, revenue productions, and other hotel financial statements.
• Ability to work entire shift standing and moving about in restaurants and kitchen area.
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to lift/carry weight up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push/pull carts of products weighing up to 150 pounds.

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