What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Manager/Chef New Restaurant Opening position at Tavern?
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced, motivated Kitchen Manager/Chef to join our team at a new restaurant opening in the Portage-Kalamazoo area.
This is an exciting opportunity for a kitchen leader who wants to help establish kitchen operations, build a strong team, maintain excellent food quality, and play an important role in the success of a new restaurant.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preperation.
- Help prepare the kitchen for opening
- Hire, train, schedule, and lead the kitchen staff
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
- Monitor food cost, labor costs, and waste
- Work with ownership on menu execution, specials, and kitchen procedures
- Ensure food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a kitchen manager or lead cook in a full service restaurant.
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements
- ServSafe certification preferred
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- An opportunity to help launch a new restaurant.
- A chance to build and lead your own kitchen team
- Opportunity for long-term growth
How to Apply
- Apply through indeed with your resume and a brief description of your restaurant experience. We look forward to meeting someone who wants to help launch a successful new restaurant.
Work Location: In person