About the Role
Chaka s Plantbaed Cafe is a whole-food plant-based concept opening in Serenbe, Georgia one of the most intentional wellness communities in the Southeast. We are looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager who leads by doing. This is a small, high-quality operation. Everyone cooks. The Kitchen Manager sets the standard for execution, consistency, and culture in the kitchen. This role also carries responsibility for community relationships, catering coordination, and building the business beyond the four walls of the caf .
What You ll Do
Lead and work the line alongside your team every shift this is a hands-on role
Oversee menu execution, portion control, food quality, and plating standards
Train and develop the kitchen team
Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and PAR levels
Coordinate and execute specialty vendor pickups several vendors do not deliver and require designated in-person pickup runs specialty food items
Ensure food safety compliance ServSafe Food Manager Certification required
Coordinate catering orders and manage catering contracts and execution
Build and maintain community outreach relationships schools, corporate accounts, local organizations, and event partnerships
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen at all times
Uphold brand standards on every plate, every shift
What We re Looking For
3+ years kitchen management experience in fast-casual, caf , or restaurant environment
Experience in catering coordination and catering contract management
Community outreach experience school programs, corporate accounts, or institutional partnerships strongly preferred
ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or willing to obtain before start)
Strong leadership you lead by example, not just by title
Openness to whole-food plant-based cooking plant-based lifestyle not required
Requirements
Valid Georgia Food Handler Certificate
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Background check required
Signed Confidentiality & Non-Replication Agreement