Kitchen Director

2 months ago

Kansas City, United States Chick-fil-A Barry Road Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are the Beacon on Barry - where people are nourished, equipped and prepared for the road ahead.

Due to our rapid growth - we are looking for our next amazing Kitchen Director

The Kitchen Director will be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, supervising and coordinating kitchen staff, managing inventory, ensuring food safety and quality, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

Specific responsibilities include:

- Supervise and motivate kitchen staff to ensure efficient and timely food preparation and delivery. Assign duties and tasks as needed.

- Ensure proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and compliance with health and food safety regulations.

- Perform regular inventory checks to ensure adequate supplies are available for daily operations; request supplies as needed.

- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and storage areas.

- Track and document food waste, spoilage, and loss.

- Monitor food quality and presentation to meet standards and expectations.

- Develop and implement processes and procedures to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

- Provide training to new kitchen staff and ongoing development opportunities to existing staff members.

- Fosters a culture of caring - utilizing Chick-Fil-A provided models, the mission and vision for the Beacon on Barry.

- Regular coaching meetings with kitchen leaders, providing feedback and attainable goals for growth and development.

- Develop, adjust, and implement systems that set up the kitchen team for success.

- Assume ownership of the kitchen by holding the kitchen team and leaders accountable for the standards set for taste, quality, temperature, and safety.

- Assisting with the coordination of catering orders to ensure proper timing of prepared items.

- Ability to interpret data and condense information to be delivered to the kitchen and director teams.

- Participate and/or lead meetings with department leaders on a regular basis.

- ServeSafe Certified within 90 days of employment, if not already certified.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Proven experience in a supervisory role in a high volume environment.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Strong problem-solving and organizational capabilities.

- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

- Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.

- Must be available to work Saturdays and major holidays.

- Must be available to work in the morning and evening.

- Bilingual is strongly preferred.

- Be authorized to work in the United States.

- Knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and safety regulations is preferred but not required.

An ideal candidate will have flexible availability. Many major holidays are required. Early morning, evening, and nights are required.

A Kitchen Director is integral to the success of a restaurant or hospitality establishment. This role requires someone who is passionate about service, is reliable, and is able to lead a team. If you have the qualifications and experience to thrive in this position, please apply today.

Benefits include health insurance beginning within 60 days, a complimentary meal every shift, employer-sponsored food safety courses, vacation time accruing beginning from date of hire, Sundays off, and more

Core Values

To be a LIGHT: Love, Integrity, Growth, Honor (Truett’s legacy), TenacityLove

We foster a deep sense of care and respect for our Team Members, Guests and community. We create a positive and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated.

Integrity

We are accountable for being honest, transparent and ethical in all our actions and decisions. We build trust by doing the right thing even when no one is looking, and especially when it’s challenging.

Growth

We are committed to continuous development, both individually and as an organization. We embrace innovation and strive for excellence in all aspects of our business. We maintain a culture of curiosity and adaptability, where our Team Members are empowered to expand their skills, knowledge and capabilities.

Honor (Truett’s legacy)

We honor Truett’s legacy through the enduring belief that a good name is to be treasured above great riches. We follow the S. Truett Cathy Legacy Principles of being a good steward, building long-term relationships, providing hospitality, taking personal responsibility, choosing personal influence over position power, and having fun.

Tenacity

We demonstrate resilience and perseverance through the relentless pursuit of excellence. Despite challenges or setbacks, we remain focused and actively seek solutions to drive success.

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