Kitchen Manager
Full Time • Makiin
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee the back-of-house operations at our bustling restaurant. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient management of kitchen staff, food production, and inventory control. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with restaurant leadership to maintain food cost efficiencies, uphold the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness, and ensure a seamless kitchen operation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Preparing food: Full knowledge on food preparation including ingredients, cooking procedure and plating of all dishes serving in restaurant. Able to perform cooking and quality control at all station.
Key Responsibilities:
• Preparing food: Full knowledge on food preparation including ingredients, cooking procedure and plating of all dishes serving in restaurant. Able to perform cooking and quality control at all station.
• Inventory and Ordering: Manage the ordering of food and kitchen supplies based on par systems and inventory needs. Oversee inventory to optimize food costs in conjunction with the back-of-house management team.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently, making necessary adjustments to staffing levels to match business demands. Ensure all kitchen staff are well-trained and adhere to restaurant standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality. Conduct regular line checks, temperature logs, and food quality assessments.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all management levels to address any operational concerns promptly. Participate actively in management meetings to discuss and resolve operational issues.
• System Maintenance: Implement and monitor back-of-house systems including prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs to ensure operational excellence.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in food service setting.
• Strong background in find dining food preparation.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
• High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Patient and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
• Familiarity with cost control, inventory management techniques, and scheduling software.
• Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Staff Management: Schedule kitchen staff efficiently, making necessary adjustments to staffing levels to match business demands. Ensure all kitchen staff are well-trained and adhere to restaurant standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation to ensure consistently high quality. Conduct regular line checks, temperature logs, and food quality assessments.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce strict sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with all management levels to address any operational concerns promptly. Participate actively in management meetings to discuss and resolve operational issues.
• System Maintenance: Implement and monitor back-of-house systems including prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs to ensure operational excellence.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role in food service setting.
• Strong background in find dining food preparation.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
• High standard of cleanliness and an understanding of sanitation regulations.
• Patient and empathetic with strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of multitasking efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
• Familiarity with cost control, inventory management techniques, and scheduling software.
• Experience with safety and food handling certifications (e.g., ServSafe).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Compensation: $50,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Welcome to Makiin, a vibrant and dynamic Thai dining experience nestled in the heart of Houston's prestigious Hanover in River Oaks.
At Makiin, we invite you on a culinary journey where traditional Thai plates are reimagined with a modern and inventive twist. Indulge your senses as we take you on an unforgettable adventure, where the rich heritage of Thai cuisine intertwines seamlessly with innovation.
Our visionary founder and team of passionate chefs, drawing inspiration from the vibrant streets of Thailand and armed with their creative prowess, have curated a menu that pushes boundaries and surprises even the most discerning palates. Each dish at MaKiin is a masterpiece, meticulously crafted with the finest ingredients, ensuring that it not only pays homage to tradition but also elevates it to new, unparalleled heights.
However, MaKiin is much more than the sum of its exquisite dishes. It is a destination that transcends boundaries, where tradition gracefully intertwines with innovation to create a one-of-a-kind experience. While you savor our delectable creations, you'll find yourself immersed in an ambiance that effortlessly fuses contemporary elegance with the welcoming embrace of warm hospitality. The stage is set for you to create cherished memories, engage in captivating conversations, and embark on a culinary journey that resonates long after the last bite.
Our journey is propelled by a company culture that thrives on rapid growth and limitless potential.
As a member of our team, you'll join a company guided by a passionate management team that is committed to nurturing your talents, fostering your growth, driving the narrative of modern hospitality concepts forward, and crafting history with every innovative idea you bring to life.
Welcome to MaKiin -- where tradition meets innovation, and every bite tells a story.
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Employee Discount 25% Food
Employee Family Discount 15%
Health Insurance for Salary Employee
Employee Meal (1 per shift)