Kitchen Director

We are looking for a Kitchen Director to supervise daily back of house restaurant operations. The Kitchen Director responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage our kitchen staff and guide them the freshest food in the fastest possible way. We are looking for a professional who can coach and develop new employees consistently. Ultimately, you will ensure all food is properly cooked and served and our customers have a remarkable dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead kitchen staff
• Supervise food prep and cooking
• Monitor food presentation and temperature
• Attend weekly director level meetings - ability to bring strategic content to those meetings
• Facilitate constant training and leadership development
• Schedule kitchen staff shifts
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
• Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)
• Keep weekly and monthly cost reports
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area