Kitchen Manager

Benefits:Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application. 401(k) Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee the back-of-house operations at our bustling restaurant. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient management of kitchen staff, food production, and inventory control. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with restaurant leadership to maintain food cost efficiencies, uphold the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness, and ensure a seamless kitchen operation. Key Responsibilities: • Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs. Oversee inventory to optimize food costs in conjunction with the back-of-house management team. • Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently, making necessary adjustments to staffing levels to match business demands. Ensure all kitchen staff are well-trained and adhere to restaurant standards. • Quality Control: Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality. Conduct regular line checks, temperature logs, and food quality assessments. • Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations. • Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all management levels to address any operational concerns promptly. Participate actively in management meetings to discuss and resolve operational issues. • System Maintenance: Implement and monitor back-of-house systems including prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs to ensure operational excellence. Qualifications: • Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in a high-volume food service setting. • Strong background in large commissary or mass-volume food production. • Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team. • High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations. • Patient and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills. • Capable of multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment. • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen. • Familiarity with cost control, inventory management techniques, and scheduling software. • Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe). • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Compensation: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year WC Concepts is a rapidly expanding restaurant company with JINYA Ramen Bar restaurants with multiple locations nationwide. We are actively seeking dynamic team members who are eager to be part of a vibrant organization and a supportive team dedicated to guest satisfaction. WC Concepts is centered around empowering our Team Members to prioritize guest experiences, so we are committed to finding individuals who align with our culture-driven, service-oriented, hospitable, fun, smart, and positive-minded. Whether you're contributing in one of our restaurants or as part of our Restaurant Support Staff, hospitality is at the core of our values. Thus, at WC Concepts, we firmly believe that our Team Members are the foundation of our business. We are committed to finding and supporting individuals who prioritize guest satisfaction, demonstrate drive, care for others, and deliver exceptional service with a genuine smile. xhmxlyz In return, we offer a fun and rewarding work environment, competitive wages, insurance and vacation benefits for full-time employees, 401K for Managers, bonus programs, and generous employee discounts. Join us and become an integral part of a growing and successful team at WC Concepts