What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Manager position at Pop Up Kitchen?
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. This vital role combines culinary expertise with strong management skills to ensure exceptional food quality, safety, and service standards. As a Kitchen Manager, you will drive team performance, manage food production, and uphold the highest hospitality standards to create memorable dining experiences for our guests. Join us if you’re passionate about food, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are eager to lead a talented hospitality team toward excellence.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure quality and consistency.
- Manage inventory control, including ordering supplies, stock rotation, and minimizing waste to optimize profitability.
- Supervise and train kitchen staff on food safety protocols, proper food handling, and culinary techniques to maintain high standards.
- Coordinate shift management by scheduling staff efficiently to meet customer demand during peak hours.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations related to food safety management and sanitation practices.
- Lead team training sessions focused on food production, customer service excellence, and operational procedures.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and foster a positive team environment that encourages growth.
- Assist in managing budgets, analyzing profit and loss statements, and implementing cost-control measures.
- Support catering events or banquet services as needed while maintaining the same high standards of quality.
Experience
- Proven experience managing a fast-paced restaurant or quick service & fast food restaurant environment with a focus on kitchen operations.
- Extensive background in food preparation, cooking techniques, and culinary arts within casual dining or fine dining settings.
- Demonstrated ability in food industry management including inventory control, budgeting, and profit & loss analysis.
- Strong supervisory experience with a track record of training staff and leading hospitality teams effectively.
- Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for sales processing and cash handling procedures.
- Experience supervising catering or banquet services is preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead teams confidently while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
Join our team as a Kitchen Manager if you’re ready to bring your culinary leadership skills to an energetic environment where your expertise will make a real impact! We’re committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training & development opportunities while fostering a vibrant workplace culture dedicated to excellence in hospitality management.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $75,000