Kitchen Manager - Village Pub (Cimarron)

Category: Food & Beverage

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Director of Restaurant Operations

Job Description

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. This role includes managing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, controlling inventory, and ensuring high standards of food quality and efficiency. The Kitchen Manager ensures smooth kitchen operations during busy periods, maintains compliance with safety and sanitation regulations, and helps create a positive dining experience for customers.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Basic Life Insurance (included with the dental plan)
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Combo plan covering accidents, hospitalizations, and critical illnesses
• Paid time off
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k)-retirement plan (after 6 months of successful employment)

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage kitchen staff, including scheduling and training.
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring quality, portion control, and timely service.
• Maintain inventory levels and place orders with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Collaborate on menu development and optimize food cost management.
• Monitor kitchen expenses and work to minimize waste.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and equipment maintenance.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house and management.

Skills / Experience

• Must possess a valid Nevada Food Handler Card.
• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role in a high-volume restaurant or pub.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, and motivate a diverse kitchen team.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with inventory management, food cost control, and vendor relations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and stooping to access supplies and equipment.
• Ability to handle high heat, steam, and busy conditions in the kitchen.
• Manual dexterity to operate kitchen equipment and tools safely.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions required for this position. Duties and/or responsibilities may be subject to revision to meet business needs.

Core Values

• Service - Personalized, warm, and consistent exceptional customer service.

• Value - Committed to deliver quality products for affordable prices.

• Growth - Promote personal development and professional growth for all team members.

• Family - Foster a family-like environment with guests and team members alike.

• Passion - Work with passion and enthusiasm every day.