Kitchen Manager
7 days ago
Fort Lee
Job Description Job Title: Kitchen Manager Location: Fort Lee, NJ Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee all back-of-house operations for a high-volume, upscale dining and entertainment venue. The Kitchen Manager will ensure that food is prepared and served to the highest quality standards while maintaining efficiency, safety, and consistency. This position requires a balance of strong culinary knowledge, leadership skills, and operational expertise. Responsibilities: * Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, execution, and service flow. * Train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff to ensure teamwork, consistency, and adherence to standards. * Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control to align with brand expectations. * Oversee inventory control, ordering, and vendor management to maintain cost efficiency. * Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, and workplace safety standards. * Collaborate with management on menu development, seasonal specials, and catering/event offerings. * Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate regular cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. * Control labor costs, monitor productivity, and support budget goals. * Lead by example, fostering a positive and professional kitchen culture. Qualifications: * Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar leadership role in a high-volume or upscale dining environment. * Strong culinary background with excellent organizational and time-management skills. * Ability to manage and motivate a diverse kitchen team. * Knowledge of food costing, inventory systems, and kitchen operations. * ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification preferred. * Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits: * Competitive salary and bonus potential * Opportunities for career growth within a dynamic hospitality environment * Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture Company DescriptionGecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers. Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.