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Kitchen Manager (KM)
Location: Clarksville, IN
Job Type: FULL_TIME
Company: Superior Talent Source
Salary: 45k/year - 55k/year
Category: Restaurant Manager
Kitchen Manager (KM) - Full-Time Position
As a Kitchen Manager (KM), you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring that both food quality and team performance meet the highest standards. This full-time opportunity is ideal for individuals with a passion for culinary excellence, leadership, and operational efficiency. The role is designed for those who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment and are dedicated to fostering a positive kitchen culture while delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests.
Kitchen Managers (KM) are responsible for leading and developing a talented Back-of-House team, maintaining food safety practices, and optimizing kitchen operations, all while upholding the restaurant's commitment to scratch-made food. This position requires a blend of hands-on culinary skills, effective team management, and business acumen. By joining our team as a Kitchen Manager (KM), you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, contribute to the community, and grow your career in the foodservice industry.
Working as a Kitchen Manager (KM) offers a unique chance to serve more than just food – you will be serving community, purpose, and growth. If you are ready to lead with passion, build a high-performing team, and bring culinary excellence to life, this role is a perfect fit. As a valued leader, you will be instrumental in creating a fun, community-focused kitchen environment where both employees and guests can thrive. Take the next step in your culinary management journey by applying today using the job application button.
Kitchen Manager (KM) - Summary
- Lead and oversee all aspects of kitchen operations in a high-volume, scratch-made restaurant setting.
- Drive quality, efficiency, and consistency in food preparation and presentation.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and growth-oriented kitchen culture.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage kitchen operations, including purchasing, ingredient preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Coach, mentor, and develop the Back-of-House team, providing regular feedback and celebrating achievements to inspire high performance.
- Optimize kitchen workflow by managing costs, streamlining preparation processes, and reducing waste to maximize operational efficiency.
- Implement and enforce rigorous food safety protocols, including regular taste and temperature checks, and maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Recruit, train, and onboard new kitchen staff, supporting their professional development within the organization.
- Promote a collaborative and enjoyable work environment that prioritizes teamwork, communication, and community engagement.
- Monitor inventory, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely ordering and delivery of high-quality ingredients.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary structure aligning with industry standards for Kitchen Managers (KM).
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.
- Opportunities for performance-based incentives and career advancement within the company.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Proven experience in kitchen leadership, including recipe management, staff supervision, and food safety compliance.
- Strong acumen in cost control, inventory management, and ordering processes.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
- A demonstrated passion for scratch-made cuisine and delivering exceptional food quality.
- Prior experience working in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant kitchens is required.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen environment at all times.
Ideal Candidate Snapshot
- Natural leader with a positive attitude and a passion for culinary excellence.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized in managing kitchen operations.
- Effective communicator who motivates and empowers team members.
- Adept at problem-solving and decision-making in dynamic restaurant settings.
- Dedicated to upholding company values, fostering professional growth, and creating memorable guest experiences.
Other Relevant Information
- This full-time Kitchen Manager (KM) position offers the chance to grow your career in a supportive, community-focused environment.
- The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all hiring and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Enjoy working in a vibrant area that offers a welcoming community atmosphere and opportunities for personal and professional enrichment.
- If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and make a meaningful impact, apply today by clicking the job application button.