Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager 21050 Ozark Court North, Scandia, MN 55073 $55,963.63 - $67,397.06 a year - Full-time $55,963.63 - $67,397.06 a year -

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Kitchen Manager Help Build the Future of the Ozark Tavern The Ozark Tavern is more than just a restaurant—we're building a destination for great food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Scandia. We're looking for a driven, hands-on Kitchen Manager who isn't just looking for a job, but an opportunity to make a lasting impact. If you're passionate about food, leadership, and creating an exceptional kitchen culture, this is your chance to help transform the Ozark Tavern into one of the premier gathering places in the community. What We're Looking For We're seeking a leader who: Thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Leads by example and isn't afraid to jump in wherever needed. Takes pride in building strong teams and mentoring staff. Has a passion for consistency, quality, and guest satisfaction. Enjoys solving challenges and continuously improving operations. Wants to be part of growing a restaurant into a local landmark. Responsibilities Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations. Hire, train, coach, and develop kitchen staff. Maintain high food quality and presentation standards. Control food costs, inventory, and ordering. Ensure cleanliness and compliance with all health and safety regulations. Develop efficient kitchen systems and procedures. Collaborate with ownership on menu development, specials, and long-term growth strategies. Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on excellence. Qualifications Previous kitchen leadership or management experience. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to motivate and develop a team. Experience with inventory, food costing, and scheduling. Commitment to delivering outstanding food every plate, every time. Why Join the Ozark Tavern? This is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Scandia's iconic gathering places. You'll work directly with ownership, have a voice in the direction of the restaurant, and be empowered to implement ideas that make a real difference. If you're looking for a position where your leadership matters, your ideas are valued, and your work will help build something special for the community, we'd love to meet you. Come be part of creating the next chapter of the Ozark Tavern. Let's build something the Scandia community will be proud of for years to come.

Pay:

$55,963.63 - $67,397.06 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Paid training Application Question(s): If you do not have your Food Safety Certification, are you willing to acquire the certification within 30 days of hire?

Experience:

Kitchen Management:

3 years (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Food Safety Certification (Preferred)

Location:

Scandia, MN 55073 (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Scandia, MN 55073 (Required)

Work Location:

In person