The main purpose of the Kitchen Manager @ Harvest Kitchen is to maintain the organization, cleanliness, and workability of the kitchen. The KM assists the entire Chef team with knowledge of inventory, deliveries, and prep needs. KM is accountable for loading events, restocking BOH jump kits, prep & recipe scaling.
REPORTS TO: SOUS CHEF & CDC
REQUIRED SKILLS:
-Proven experience as kitchen manager or experienced chef
-Excellent organization skills
-Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
-Must have a professional attitude in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities.
-Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods
-Experience using a computer for cataloging recipes, email, calendar, etc.
-Ability to work in a team with a positive attitude
-Very good communication skills (both peer to peer and electronically)
-Excellent physical condition and stamina (ability to lift 50# or more)
-High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school a plus
RESPONSIBILITIES & DELEGATIONS:
-Organization of walk-in refrigerator + dry storage
-Inventory & food waste reduction
-Review leftovers weekly (Tuesdays) and review post event surveys in team meeting for leftover (or short) quantities
-Weekly (and as needed post event) restock & inventory of BOH Jump Kits/Bins
-Ensure kitchen workspace is organized and clean for prep team
-Pack coolers + ingredients, organized by event
-Ensure all ingredients are checked off, loaded to each vehicle by event
-Ensure dish pit is as organized and “clean” as possible for dishwasher
-Keep workstation sanitized, organized and clean
-Managing prep team along with Sous & CDC (communicate scheduling/staff needs, keeping team organized & on-task)
-Prep and assist team when needed.
-Must be willing to work flexible hours and, when needed, stay beyond scheduled shift times to assist with event needs, complete assigned tasks, and support the team.
Schedule:
Varies, but typically Tuesday-Saturday 8am-4pm
Pay:
$24-26/hr
