Kitchen Manager Job Description

A kitchen manager helps manage the daily operations of a kitchen, including supervising the kitchen staff and providing direction.

Kitchen managers are responsible for ensuring that food is prepared and served at appropriate temperatures.

Kitchen managers also ensure that the kitchen and dining areas are clean.

Kitchen managers provide direction to kitchen staff, ensuring that they adhere to sanitary regulations and are following company requirements.

Kitchen managers also direct the efforts of kitchen staff to ensure the kitchen is stocked and organized.

Kitchen managers usually maintain detailed records about the meals that are prepared and served in a kitchen.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Kitchen Manager to join our team! As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including menu development, food cost management, and kitchen staff supervision. If you are a motivated leader with a passion for food, we want you!

Kitchen Manager Duties:

• Manage dish washing, food production, and maintenance for catering events
• Create menus and schedules for food preparation using recipes, standards, and regulations
• Maintain inventory and kitchen equipment
• Prepare food service by cooking, grilling, baking, frying, and roasting foods
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness by washing dishes, cleaning tables, and floors
• Pack, assemble, dish, and supervise meals

Kitchen Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage the kitchen area, including hiring and training cooks and kitchen staff, maintaining inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health regulations
• Maintain an inventory of ingredients, equipment, and supplies
• Manage the ordering and receipt of food
• Manage the purchasing and storage of ingredients, supplies, and equipment
• Prepare and present food items to customers
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment
• Ensure the kitchen is in compliance with health regulations and local codes
• Develop and maintain a training program

Requirements And Skills:

• Proven experience in a managerial role
• Strong decision-making capabilities
• Above-average communication, collaboration, and delegation skills
• Strong working knowledge of operational procedures
• Ability to motivate and lead people, and hold employees accountable
• Strong working knowledge of food service

At Company Name, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals.