Valli Produce International Fresh Market is proudly named after its founder's home, a small farm town in Calabria, Italy. The people from Valli were extremely hard working and the small community was like a big family. The Valli roots begin with Alfredo Presta who was taught at a young age by his father, Domenico, to care for everyone and help provide for many of the other families who needed help even though sometimes they struggled themselves. Alfredo Presta came to America like many Italian immigrants looking for opportunity and a better life then they left behind in the farming town of Valli. He held several jobs in America but he always knew his true calling was in retail produce. Alfredo possessed instinctive business abilities without any formal education or training. In 1977, Alfredo opened his first produce store in Chicago with his nephew, Guido. With a handshake deal from a bank and a promise to work tirelessly to be a success, Alfredo began his entrepreneurial career. In 1989, Alfredo's partnered with his two nephews, Lou Tenuta and Frank Chilelli also born in Valli, and together they opened the first Valli Produce in Arlington Heights. Frank and Lou proved to be up to the challenge and the first Valli was a smashing success. Alfredo passed on all of his knowledge from his farming days in Italy along with his business strategies to his nephews. Today, Alfredo, Frank, and Lou have expanded the family business by including several more family members that share the same enthusiasm and dedication to their customers and business model. Many new amenities have been added to our stores with the evolution of the food business since 1977 but everyone at Valli Produce has stayed true to their roots of fresh food, friendly service, and hard work. Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Kitchen Prep Manager to lead our culinary team in maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, safety, and efficiency. In this vital role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, supervise staff, and ensure that all food production meets quality standards. Your leadership will drive a positive work environment, streamline processes, and uphold exceptional customer service. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional passionate about food industry management and team development to make a significant impact in a fast-paced hospitality setting. Duties Supervise and coordinate all kitchen prep activities, ensuring timely and accurate food preparation aligned with menu specifications. Train and mentor kitchen staff on food safety protocols, proper handling techniques, and efficient food production methods. Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs. Oversee the use of POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales tracking. Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain cleanliness standards across all kitchen areas. Assist in managing shift schedules, monitor team performance, and provide feedback to foster continuous improvement. Collaborate with management to develop operational procedures that enhance productivity and customer satisfaction. Experience Proven experience in quick service or fast food restaurant environments with a strong background in food preparation and kitchen operations. Demonstrated management skills including supervising teams, training staff, and conducting interviews for new hires. Prior experience in fine dining or casual dining settings is highly desirable; banquet or catering experience is a plus. Familiarity with food safety management practices, inventory control, budgeting, and profit & loss analysis. Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills to manage hospitality teams effectively. Background in managing hospitality or restaurant operations with a focus on team training, development, and performance management. Join us to lead a dynamic culinary team where your expertise will inspire excellence! We are committed to fostering growth through training & development opportunities while supporting your career advancement in the vibrant food industry landscape.

Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person