Fort Lauderdale,FL,USA Job:Kitchen Manager-Fort Lauderdale,FL

This opportunity is with a well-established restaurant known for its commitment to high standards of food quality and exceptional service. The restaurant takes pride in delivering consistently excellent culinary experiences to its patrons through a team-oriented and professional kitchen environment. The establishment values the importance of sanitation, cleanliness, and effective kitchen management to maintain the reputation of its food and service standards. The role available is for a Kitchen Manager who will play a pivotal role in overseeing and directing all kitchen functions within the restaurant. This position entails full responsibility for managing the preparation, purchasing, and quality control of food products. The Kitchen Manager will enforce sanitation and cleanliness protocols to ensure a safe, hygienic working environment. This leadership role also includes training kitchen staff in cooking techniques, food presentation, portion control, and cost management, reinforcing operational excellence across kitchen teams. The ideal candidate will manage the daily operations of the kitchen including hiring and evaluating kitchen personnel, scheduling labor in alignment with business demands, and maintaining compliance with company policies. Additionally, this manager will collaborate closely with restaurant managers to plan menus, price items, and establish standardized recipes and portion sizes to uphold consistency and customer satisfaction. Inventory control and food cost management will be key elements of the job, as will maintaining kitchen equipment through regular inspections and preventative maintenance. The Kitchen Manager is expected to lead by example, filling in as needed during busy times to maintain guest service standards, preparing all necessary paperwork timely, and enforcing corrective actions fairly and consistently according to company policy. Ensuring safe operation of kitchen equipment and promoting cleanliness and sanitation among staff are mandatory responsibilities. The role demands a candidate who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining high standards for both food quality and employee performance. This is a full-time position that offers the chance to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment within a reputable and customer-focused restaurant setting. Salary details are competitive and reflective of the experience and skill level required to manage a successful kitchen operation. The restaurant fosters a collaborative workplace culture that values professionalism, training, and continuous improvement, making this an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals looking to advance their management career in food service.

• Minimum 2 to 5 years experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter
• at least 6 months experience in kitchen management or similar capacity
• ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests
• physical capacity to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• ability to stand for long periods (up to 9 hours)