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Kitchen Manager - NO LATE NIGHTS!

Goodwin Recruiting
Burlington, VT, United States
  • Market Salary: $43,860 - $61,390 p/year
  • Hospitality
  • Full-time
Our job summary
No late nights — consistent schedule with evening/weekend flexibility and paid benefits. Kitchen Manager role leading BOH operations; full-time, on-site, evenings/weekends required; ongoing/permanent position in a restaurant location. - Minimum prior leadership experience as Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar - Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards - Experience managing inventory, vendors, food & labor costs - Strong team leadership and organizational skills - Ability to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends
Full description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in food quality and team leadership, and is committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and efficiency.



Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
  • Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff
  • Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
  • Control food and labor costs while minimizing waste
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
  • Assist with menu development and implementation
  • Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs when needed



Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a kitchen leadership role (Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar)
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen operations
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends



Compensation & Benefits

  • Discretionary holiday bonus
  • Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays


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