Kitchen Manager - Milford

Looking for a fun, fast-paced place to work? Enjoy working in the hospitality industry as a servant leader? Anna's House has an opportunity for you! We are looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead the daily heart of house (back of house) operations for our breakfast and lunch restaurant. The Kitchen Manager responsibilities include being a working manager who supervises and participates in the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen, inventory, and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, the Kitchen Manager should be able to lead and motivate the kitchen staff and guide them to deliver quality food quickly. Ultimately, the Kitchen Manager will ensure all plates are properly cooked and served, and Anna's House customers have a pleasant dining experience.

Responsibilities

Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders

Supervise food prep and cooking

Check food plating and temperature

Ensure appropriate and consistent portion sizes

Schedule kitchen staff, assigning roles based on experience and skills

Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed

Ensure food products are stored in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)

Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed

Monitor weekly and monthly cost reports and work to achieve target food and labor cost expectations

Hire and onboard new staff members

Manage staff members performance by setting expectations and providing consistent feedback

Train kitchen staff on prep work, cooking, and food plating techniques

Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive

Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with restaurant policy

Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area

Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

High school diploma required

Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management or other related field is a plus

Experience

Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Head Chef

Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering food products and ingredients

Knowledge of a wide range of recipes

Skills

Able to lead and manage a team in a fast-paced environment and high-temperature kitchen

Able to follow directions and delegate duties as assigned

Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent conflict management abilities

Working Environment

Ability to stand exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment

Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods

Ability to bend, stoop, and lift frequently

Must be able to lift, carry, and place up to 40 pounds at a time

Available to work in shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and/or mid afternoon. Weekend availability required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent working hours

No Night Shifts

Schedule typically 5 days a week

Full-time positions eligible for health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and College Tuition Discounts

Future growth opportunities

Permanent