Benefits:- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
About the Role:Daniela LLC is looking for a passionate and experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team in Buffalo, NY! This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic kitchen environment where your leadership and creativity will shine. If you thrive in a fast-paced food service setting and love building great teams, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:- Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking, and service execution
- Manage, train, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure optimal performance and coverage
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency to uphold established standards
- Control food and labor costs through smart ordering, inventory management, and waste reduction
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Collaborate with ownership on menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings
- Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs or maintenance as needed
Requirements:- 4+ years of kitchen management or head cook experience in a restaurant or food service environment
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a kitchen team
- Experience with inventory control, ordering, and cost management
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred
About Us:Daniela LLC is a proud part of the Buffalo, NY dining community, committed to delivering exceptional food and memorable experiences to every guest. Our team is built on a foundation of passion, hard work, and a love for great food. We foster a supportive and energetic work environment where talented culinary professionals can grow and thrive.