Bilingual Kitchen Manager Los Sombreros Mexican Restaurant - 4.0 Lafayette, LA Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Bilingual Kitchen health and safety standards Staff performance monitoring Spanish Teamwork Operations management Food service health code compliance Sales transaction processing Quick service & fast food restaurant experience Customer service Team leadership Safety regulations Basic math Job-specific skills training (staff training program) Cooking Processing cash transactions English Team development Supervising experience HACCP Inventory tracking for food cost management Hospitality industry experience Kitchen staff training Organizational skills Leading team collaboration initiatives Financial statement interpretation Managing kitchen staff Fast food restaurant experience POS systems Staff development Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. In this vital role, you will ensure exceptional food quality, maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness, and deliver outstanding customer service. Your leadership will drive efficiency, foster a positive team environment, and uphold the restaurant's reputation for excellence. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to manage a dynamic food service environment while developing your managerial skills. Responsibilities Supervise all kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality standards are met. 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, sales tracking, and cash handling procedures. Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff to promote skill development, teamwork, and adherence to food safety protocols. Coordinate shift management by scheduling staff efficiently to meet customer demand during peak hours while maintaining labor costs. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations related to food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety. Conduct regular food safety audits, manage food production processes, and implement quality control measures. Analyze profit and loss reports to identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings. Requirements Proven experience in quick service or fast food restaurant management with a strong background in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations. Demonstrated supervisory experience with team management, staff training, and performance evaluations. Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS along with cash handling expertise. Knowledge of inventory control practices, food safety standards, and health regulations including HACCP principles. Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead a team effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Basic math skills for order accuracy, inventory management, and financial analysis. Hospitality management or culinary experience is highly desirable; previous assistant manager or managerial roles are preferred. Join us as a Kitchen Manager where your leadership fuels our success! Bring your passion for culinary excellence, your knack for team development, and your dedication to delivering memorable dining experiences every day. This is more than just a job — it's an opportunity to grow your career in a vibrant hospitality environment committed to excellence!

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person