kitchen / catering manager

kitchen / catering manager

BARRIO TACOS TEQUILA WHISKEY

Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time $48,831.75 - $58,808.13 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Foreign language proficiency Employee onboarding Business development management Sourcing Food service customer order management Customer relationship building Food service health code compliance Interpersonal skills ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification Operational management Safety regulations In-person customer service Menu item upselling Processing cash transactions Managing catering events Simple food item preparation Team development Developing staff training programs as a food service manager Business development Kitchen cost control Food safety sanitizing procedures Inventory tracking for food cost management Kitchen staff training Toast POS Bar management Leading team collaboration initiatives Full Job Description Barrio Tacos is Raleigh's liveliest Mexican-inspired fast-casual destination — bold tacos, killer margaritas, and a crew that brings the energy every shift. We need a Kitchen & Catering Manager who can run a tight kitchen, lead a bilingual team, and deliver flawless catering events from setup to breakdown. If you have the culinary chops and the leadership to match, we want to meet you. As Kitchen & Catering Manager, you own the back-of-house and the catering business. You'll set the standard for food quality, safety, and speed — and hold your team to it. You'll also own the full catering operation: developing new business, hitting revenue targets, and delivering events that represent the Barrio Tacos brand at its best. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines culinary excellence with a sales-minded approach to growing our catering program. What You Must Have Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency Required — you will communicate daily with Spanish-speaking kitchen staff 3+ years of kitchen or catering management experience in a fast-casual, casual dining, or catering environment Required Demonstrated ability to grow catering revenue — building client relationships, developing new accounts, and consistently meeting or exceeding catering sales targets Required Proven track record of hiring, onboarding, and managing kitchen crews — including sourcing candidates through your own professional network Hands-on experience with food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation standards across high-volume menus Proficiency with POS systems (Toast POS) for order management and sales reconciliation Strong command of food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and health department compliance Experience managing inventory control, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to hit cost targets ServSafe Manager Certification — current or ability to obtain within 30 days What You'll Do Lead & Build the Team Recruit, interview, and hire kitchen staff — actively sourcing bilingual candidates through your personal and professional network Onboard and train new hires on Barrio Tacos recipes, standards, and food safety protocols Conduct performance reviews and create development plans to grow your crew Schedule shifts effectively to match volume, control labor costs, and ensure coverage Foster a positive, accountable kitchen culture where every team member can grow Run the Kitchen Oversee all food preparation, cooking, and plating to maintain quality, consistency, and speed Enforce food safety and sanitation standards on every shift — no exceptions Manage inventory: monitor stock levels, place orders, track waste, and keep food costs in line Operate and oversee POS systems for accurate order processing and cash handling Identify and resolve operational issues during service with composure and efficiency Grow & Manage the Catering Program Own the catering sales pipeline — actively developing new corporate, social, and community accounts to grow revenue Set, track, and achieve monthly and quarterly catering sales targets in partnership with the GM Build and maintain relationships with repeat clients, event planners, and local businesses to generate recurring catering business Create catering proposals, menus, and packages that drive bookings and upsell opportunities Coordinate all catering events and special functions from first inquiry through execution and follow-up Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of catering orders with exceptional guest service on every event Manage banquet setups, breakdown, and on-site event staffing Communicate proactively with the GM and event clients to deliver seamless, repeatable experiences Manage the Numbers Own catering revenue targets — report weekly on pipeline, bookings, and performance against goals Track and report on food cost, labor cost, and full kitchen P&L performance Analyze catering profitability by event type and client to optimize pricing and package offerings Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve margins without sacrificing quality Support the GM in annual budget planning and financial forecasting for kitchen and catering operations Skills & Qualifications Full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (spoken and written) Deep knowledge of Mexican or Latin cuisine, ingredients, and preparation methods — a strong plus Expertise in catering logistics, banquet management, and bar/beverage operations Strong interpersonal skills — you can motivate, mediate, and mentor in two languages Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and event days Experience in hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant catering environments preferred Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $55,000 - $70,000 depending on experience Performance bonus tied to kitchen cost, quality scores, and catering revenue Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holiday pay Meal benefits and dining perks Growth path into GM or multi-unit operations leadership

Pay:

$48,831.75 - $58,808.13 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person