Kitchen Manager
Full Time • Wahlburgers Foxwoods
Position: Kitchen Manager
Reports to: General Manager
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic kitchen manager whose primary focus will be on executing culinary and kitchen operations. Our goal is to provide consistent execution and results for each and every guest. The kitchen manager will lead and drive all daily kitchen operations at the restaurant and will ensure that food safety and sanitation are upheld to the highest standards.
Key Performance Elements/Essential Functions
Hospitality to our Guests
- Understands our culture and does whatever it takes to create a positive and memorable guest experience.
- A thorough understanding and working knowledge of kitchen-specific positions and culinary techniques (i.e., fry, grill, toast, sauté & board, assembly, expo).
- Oversee all aspects of the kitchen and food preparation to ensure all dishes are portioned to size and prepared to our quality standards. Conduct taste and quality checks regularly.
- Ensures guests receive meals that are safe for them in accordance with our company's policy regarding guest allergies and intolerance.
- Develops and manages kitchen budgets, monitors and reports on kitchen expenditures, and looks for ways to implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed.
- Retains, trains, supervises, and schedules kitchen team members. Ensured adequate staffing levels.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment. Handles inspections and addresses any health code violations promptly.
- Ensures the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborate with the management team to plan special events.
- Assists other team members by answering questions and helping as needed to aid in guests' service.
Hospitality to your Team
- Arrives to work on time as scheduled, well-groomed in the proper work attire, and ready to work.
- Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude to guests and team members.
- Completes all assigned tasks and duties assigned by managers/supervisors.
- Assists fellow team members as needed to ensure our guests receive the highest standard of food and hospitality.
Hospitality to the Restaurant
- Inspects kitchen- prep areas, storage areas, and cooking areas; cleans as needed and corrects any unsafe conditions to maintain safety and sanitation standards.
- Assists in tasks to ensure a clean, sanitized, and safe restaurant.
- Collaborates with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service.
Job Requirements
- Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Executive Chef, or similar roles.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of kitchen operations and culinary techniques.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Enjoy multi-tasking in a dynamic, high-volume, and fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Diverse, bilingual speakers of the Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Cape Verdean Creole languages are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Certifications: Food Safety and Hygiene certification is required.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and qualified individuals who will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Native American preference is provided to any applicant who is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe applying to Wahlburgers FXWD LLC.
This description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. The employer has sole discretion to revise it at any time. It is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements essential for making compensation decisions.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and qualified individuals, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
OUR STORY.
At Wahlburgers, we’re not just serving up burgers, we’re creating a menu drawn from real, family dishes from the Wahlberg kitchen. Inspired by the flavors that filled their own house while growing up together, each dish is a delicious nod to the memories and traditions shared by Mark, Donnie and Paul.
At Wahlburgers, we’re not just serving up burgers, we’re creating a menu drawn from real, family dishes from the Wahlberg kitchen. Inspired by the flavors that filled their own house while growing up together, each dish is a delicious nod to the memories and traditions shared by Mark, Donnie and Paul.
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