Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Position Overview: The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, staff management, inventory control, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient kitchen operations and delivering exceptional pizza and related menu items to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen activities, including prep, service, and closing procedures. • Ensure all menu items are prepared according to recipes, portioning, and presentation standards. • Enforce kitchen SOPs for cooking, sanitation, and safety compliance. • Maintain all kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs as needed. • Manage vendor orders, product rotation, and waste reduction practices. • Responsible for ordering all food, chemicals, and disposables, ensuring accurate quantities, cost control, and timely delivery. • Partner with the Director of Operations to meet food and labor cost targets. • Maintain compliance with Health Department, OSHA, and company regulations.

• Demonstrate pizza-making skills, including dough handling, stretching, topping application, and baking. • Ensure consistent execution of house dough formulas and fermentation processes. • Train staff on proper pizza preparation techniques to maintain quality and uniformity. • Monitor oven operations, including temperature control, rotation, and bake times, to ensure optimal product quality. • Maintain high standards for pizza presentation, doneness, and flavor profile. • Troubleshoot dough, oven, or production issues to prevent inconsistencies or delays.

Staff Management & Training

• Recruit, train, and supervise BOH staff, fostering accountability and teamwork. • Create and manage weekly schedules aligned with business needs and labor budgets. • Lead pre-shift meetings and communicate effectively with FOH management. • Conduct performance evaluations and issue coaching or corrective action when necessary. • Provide ongoing training to maintain consistency, safety, and operational excellence.

Quality Control

• Ensure all food meets company standards for flavor, presentation, and portion control. • Conduct regular tastings and inspections to maintain consistency. • Address and resolve any food quality or service concerns promptly.

Inventory & Financial Management

• Manage inventory levels, ordering accuracy, and cost tracking. • Review food and labor reports to maintain profitability and identify savings opportunities. • Monitor and reduce waste through proper rotation and portioning practices.

Health, Safety & Cleanliness

• Uphold sanitation and food safety standards at all times. • Conduct regular deep cleans and ensure safe working conditions. • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Menu Development

• Collaborate with the Director of Operations on menu updates and seasonal features. • Maintain recipe accuracy and consistent portioning. • Stay current on culinary trends and suggest creative improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years as a Kitchen Manager in a full-service or pizza-focused restaurant.

• Knowledge & Skills:

Strong culinary and operational background

Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills

Proven experience managing costs, inventory, and staff performance

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Commitment to maintaining quality, safety, and consistency