What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Manager position at Confidential?
About Us
Still on the Mountain and Killington Distillery are a family operation.
Our core staff is small and close, and everyone wears many hats when needed.
We're looking for someone who will fit in and pitch in.
About the Job
We need an experienced Kitchen Manager who also works the line. You'll run the kitchen, assist with prep and production, and make sure every plate that goes out is costed and follows the highest quality and standards.. The work is fast-paced and levels of business may require one to be available to assist during Dinner Service when required.
Our kitchen serves breakfast to hotel guests. Breakfast prep and production is a central aspect of the job.
What You'll Do
- Cook breakfast: Prepare and serve breakfast for hotel guests several days a week.
- Assist with banquets when required.
- Attend meetings: Join weekly manager meetings.
- Manage staff: Hire, train, schedule, and supervise cooks and prep workers.
- Plan menus: Work with the Culinary Team to create proper par levels, menus and recipes, set food costs, and make sure ingredients are on hand.
- Order and track inventory: Check stock, order supplies, keep the kitchen stocked, and cut waste.
- Keep the kitchen safe and clean: Follow health and safety rules for food handling, storage, and sanitation.
- Control quality: Check ingredients and prep methods. Keep taste, presentation, and portion sizes consistent.
- Maintain equipment: Keep equipment working and arrange repairs or replacements.
- Manage the budget: Track kitchen expenses and stay within budget.
- Communicate: Work with management and front-of-house staff, and speak up about kitchen needs and problems.
- Solve problems quickly: Handle equipment breakdowns, communicate needs to the Director of Operations.
- Follow the rules: Stay current on local health codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
What You Need
- Previous kitchen or culinary experience
- Solid knowledge of food prep techniques and menu costing and planning
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Leadership skills
- Willingness to help wherever the team needs you
Apply If
You love cooking, enjoy a busy kitchen, and want to be part of a close-knit family team. We'd like to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Ability to Relocate:
- Killington, VT 05751: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000