High-Volume Kitchen Manager - KEYS FISHERIES INC

Craft Culinary Excellence as Our Kitchen Manager!

Calling all passionate foodies and kitchen dynamos! Keys Fisheries is seeking a full-time Kitchen Manager to lead our vibrant culinary team and create exceptional dining experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, demand quality at every step, and love mentoring a crew of talented individuals, this could be your dream job! Keys Fisheries is a well-established fast, casual family dining restaurant on Marathon Key in the Florida Keys. Become a valued member of an engaging and positive team.

Responsibilities include:

• Command the kitchen: Oversee all daily operations, ensuring seamless workflow from prep to plating.
• Nurture your team: Train, motivate, and empower cooks, dishwashers, and other staff to excel.
• Guarantee quality: Cultivate a culture of culinary excellence, upholding strict food safety and sanitation standards.
• Master the menu: Ensure dishes are crafted flawlessly, adhering to recipes and exceeding guest expectations.
• Inventory with vision: Manage stock levels, optimize ordering, and minimize waste with a keen eye for efficiency.
• Lead by example: Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen environment where teamwork reigns supreme.
• Communicate effectively: Bridle both front and back of house interactions, ensuring smooth service and a unified guest experience

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or Lead Cook in a high-volume restaurant of at least 2 years.
• A culinary background, both a degree and experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation principles.
• Passion for culinary excellence and dedication to quality ingredients.
• Effective leadership and communication skills to motivate and guide a diverse team.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing demands.

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with talented chefs and passionate hospitality professionals.
• Positive, collaborative work environment with clear career advancement opportunities.
• The chance to shape the culinary identity of a thriving restaurant and delight our guests.

Working Conditions:

• Kitchen managers work long hours, more than 50 hours a week. They may work about 12-15 hours a day, every day.

Ready to turn up the heat on your career? Attach your resume and tell us why you're the missing ingredient in our recipe for success! Don't just cook, ignite your passion!

Keys Fisheries LLC. an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.