Job Title: Chef / Kitchen Manager
Location: Mobile, Alabama
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Chef / Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operations in Mobile, Alabama. This position requires a hands-on leader who can maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and team performance. Serious inquiries only—applicants must have proven experience in a professional kitchen environment. Please not not apply if you do not have the required minimum experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, and service
Maintain and revise menu in consultation with Executive Chef, ensuring quality, consistency, and cost controls
Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to make maintain minimum weekly quantities to match sales
Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen staff so they work efficiently and keep costs in line with sales
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations
Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and storage areas
Control food and labor costs to meet budget goals
Ability to train new kitchen staff and show leadership and coaching on the line to line cooks and kitchen staff to increase efficiency
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5+ years experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager
Strong leadership and team management skills
Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen sanitation practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Reliable, punctual, and professional
Preferred Qualifications:
Culinary degree or formal training (preferred but not required with equivalent and relevant restaurant experience)
Experience with menu development and cost control
ServSafe Manager Certification required
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive pay (based on experience)
Opportunities for growth and advancement and bonus opportunity if performance metrics are achieved. We have 4 restaurants and are continuing to expand.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume to stevieskitchen@comcast.net. Serious applicants only—MUST meet experience requirements.