Head Chef and Kitchen Manager Zanottas Ristorante Madison, AL Job Details Full-time $50,964.71 - $61,376.86 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Food provided Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Menu design Kitchen health and safety standards Assisting with meal planning Food preparation for special diets Operations management Food service health code compliance Customer service Team leadership Safety regulations Staff scheduling Food portioning Production safety compliance Culinary Arts Quality control management Supervising experience Kitchen cost control Food safety sanitizing procedures Continuous improvement Inventory tracking for food cost management Hospitality industry experience Italian cuisine Production management Materials management in food and beverage Managing kitchen staff Accommodating special dietary needs Kitchen staff scheduling Restaurant cost management Senior level Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef with experience in Italian Cuisine and Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, safety standards, and efficient workflow. Your leadership is essential to ensure we deliver outstanding dining experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape menu development, manage inventory, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation while fostering a vibrant, collaborative kitchen environment. Responsibilities Lead and supervise the entire kitchen team, Oversee food preparation, presentation, and service to ensure consistency with brand standards and customer expectations. Develop innovative specials that highlight culinary creativity while meeting dietary requirements and customer preferences. Manage inventory control and food production processes to optimize costs, reduce waste, and maintain quality standards. Implement strict food safety sanitizing procedures, ensuring compliance with all health regulations and industry best practices. Monitor shift operations, manage staffing schedules, and ensure smooth workflow during peak hours. Control costs through effective budgeting, portion control, and resource management while maintaining high-quality standards. Foster a positive hospitality environment that emphasizes leadership, service excellence, and continuous improvement. Experience Proven experience in Italian cuisine dining establishments with a strong background in culinary arts and kitchen management. Supervising experience Demonstrated expertise in food industry standards including food safety sanitizing procedures, inventory management, and cost control strategies. Strong background in menu planning, food production processes, and managing food service operations from start to finish. Experience overseeing dietary departments or accommodating special dietary needs within a culinary context is highly desirable. Knowledge of restaurant management systems, shift management practices, and hospitality best practices ensures seamless operations. Join us as our Head Chef and Kitchen Manager to craft memorable culinary experiences while leading a passionate team dedicated to excellence!

Pay:

$50,964.71 - $61,376.86 per year

Benefits:

Food provided Paid time off

Work Location:

In person