What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Manager position at Vinny’s Italian Kitchen – Middlefield, OH?
Role: Kitchen Manager / Culinary Lead
The Vibe (Overview)
Forget stuffy corporate rules. We want a real, hands-on Kitchen Manager who leads with empathy, keeps the energy high, and cares about the team. You’ll run our kitchen flow, build a supportive culture, and make great food happen without the burnout. If you care about real ingredients, clear communication, and setting your crew up to win, you’ll fit right in here.
What You’ll Actually Do (Responsibilities)
- Lead the Line: Run daily kitchen flow, prep, and cooking so the food always hits the standard.
- Smart Stock Control: Track inventory, order what we need, and cut down food waste to protect our resources.
- Tech-Driven Ops: Use modern digital POS systems (like Toast, Lightspeed, or Touch Bistro) for quick, smooth order tracking and sales checks.
- Coach & Mentor: Train and support your team. Be the kind of leader who listens, gives real feedback, and helps people level up their skills.
- Keep it Safe: Ensure food safety and clean habits are second nature for everyone on shift.
- Manage Shifts: Build fair schedules, keep the kitchen vibes positive, and solve problems fast when things get busy.
- The Numbers Bit: Look at basic P&L and budgets to see where we can save money and work smarter.
- Team Up: Work closely with front-of-house and event staff so casual dining and catering run seamlessly.
What You Bring (The Essentials)
- Real Experience: Background in fast-paced kitchens, quick-service, or casual dining.
- Tech Comfort: Know your way around digital POS systems and basic math for tracking invoices and orders.
- People First: Proven skills in coaching, building up a team, and communicating openly.
- Safety Mindset: Solid grasp of food safety and hygiene.
- Good Energy: A collaborative, drama-free attitude that keeps morale up during a Friday night rush.
The Perks & Benefits
- Prime Cost Performance Bonuses: Hit your targets and stack your cash. When you exceed our prime cost margin goals (food labor costs), you earn direct incentive compensation.
- Health Premium Reimbursement: We help pay for your wellness. Choose the health plan that fits your life, and we will reimburse your monthly premium costs up to a set dollar cap.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Real, guaranteed time to unplug, reset, and take care of your life outside of work.
- 401(k) Matching: We invest in your future. Once you hit your vesting milestone, we match your retirement contributions to help you build long-term wealth. [1]
- Modern Work Culture: No toxic hustle culture. We respect your boundaries, give you predictable scheduling, and provide a clear path for your professional growth.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25