Kitchen Manager

Location: Westford, MA, 01886

Company: The Outlook Restaurant 

Job Overview

The Outlook Restaurant is seeking a highly motivated working chef to manage the day-to-day operations of our busy kitchen. The ideal candidate will have the ability to lead and sustain a high volume kitchen while maintaining organization and preparedness for any challenges that arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and supervise kitchen personnel, assisting in hiring and staff management.
• Ensure staff education on food preparation, daily specials, and emphasize the importance of consistency across all restaurant staff.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain a kitchen sanitation program that complies with all state and federal kitchen standards and regulations.
• Maintain high quality food standards through supervision of production, sanitation, and food service.
• Assist in inventory control, maintaining minimum and maximum par levels, and place daily orders as needed.
• Perform prep work and work the line during service hours to ensure smooth and efficient food service operations.
• Ensure all food production, storage, and service areas comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Communicate effectively with other Managers about food quality and consistency during shift.
• Communicate respectfully and efficiently with front of house staff during shift and before shift about specials, 86'd item etc.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience managing a high volume kitchen a plus.
• Experience in working multiple stations in a high volume kitchen.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple challenges effectively.
• Capable of scheduling, ordering, inventory management, prep work, and line cooking.
• Strong work ethic and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and food safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.

If you are a dedicated culinary professional ready to lead a dynamic kitchen team, we encourage you to apply.