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Kitchen Manager
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Tap House Grill - Lemont
Lemont, IL (In Person)
$55,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Kitchen Manager Tap House Grill - Lemont Lemont, IL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Leadership training provided Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Visitor query response Staff supervision Budget management Food service customer order management Order management system Food service health code compliance Team supervision Sales transaction processing Safety regulations In-person customer service Cooking Answering guest questions Team development Developing staff training programs as a food service manager Cash register operations Kitchen cost control Team management Inventory tracking for food cost management Meal preparation Kitchen staff training Payment processing in food service Materials management in food and beverage Managing kitchen staff Restaurant cost management Managing hospitality operations budgets POS systems Professional development training Full Job Description Overview Looking for someone to join our team, job consists of approx 45-50 hours a week, somewhat flexible scheduling. Days and a few nights. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional food service across our restaurant. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive culinary knowledge, and a passion for hospitality management. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure food quality and safety, and foster a positive team environment in a fast-paced setting. Duties Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet quality standards. Supervise and train kitchen staff on food safety, proper handling, and culinary techniques to ensure compliance with health regulations. Oversee inventory control, including ordering supplies, managing stock levels, and minimizing waste. Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales tracking. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area in accordance with safety standards. Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service flow during shifts. Implement staff scheduling, shift management, and performance evaluations to optimize team productivity. Monitor food production processes to uphold consistency and quality across all menu items. Assist in budgeting, cost control, and menu planning to support overall restaurant profitability. Lead staff training initiatives focused on culinary skills, customer service excellence, and food safety protocols. Participate in interviewing and hiring new team members to build a skilled workforce. Requirements Proven experience in restaurant management or kitchen supervision within quick service, fast food, casual dining, or fine dining environments. Strong background in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food safety standards. Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS; cash handling experience required. Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in staff training, team management, and shift supervision. Knowledge of inventory control, budgeting, and food cost management. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle guest inquiries professionally. Previous experience working in hospitality management or hotel/banquet settings is preferred. Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Culinary experience complemented by leadership training or assistant manager experience is highly desirable. This role is perfect for a motivated professional passionate about culinary excellence and team development within the food industry. We seek individuals committed to maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction while fostering a collaborative work environment.