Are you a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Do you take pride in creating exceptional dining experiences while leading a team to success? Spearfish Canyon Lodge and the Latchstring Restaurant are seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in one of the Black Hills' most iconic destinations.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage all kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health department compliance.
Manage inventory, ordering, and food costs.
Develop and execute daily specials and seasonal menu offerings with the culinary team.
Coordinate kitchen operations for weddings, events, banquets, and restaurant service.
Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
Monitor labor costs and kitchen productivity.
Assist with menu development and recipe standardization.
Qualifications:
Previous kitchen management or executive sous chef experience preferred.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.
Experience with inventory management and cost controls.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Positive attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction.
What We Offer:
Competitive pay based on experience
Paid Time Off
Employee discounts
Work in the beautiful Spearfish Canyon surrounded by nature
Be part of weddings, special events, and a destination dining experience
If you're ready to lead a talented team and help create memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today by sending your resume to: latchstring@spfcanyonlodge.com AND sales@spfcanyonlodge.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Lead, SD
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Banquet Servicesunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cook Dishesunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Food Preparationunmatched
Food Presentationunmatched
Food Qualityunmatched
Food Safetyunmatched
Health Departmentunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Menu Developmentunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Order Managementunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Portion Controlunmatched
Recipe Developmentunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Restaurantunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Sanitationunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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