Kitchen Manager

Recruiting Partner: Justin Petrovic

Buffalo, New York | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $60,000 to $70,000 | Job ID: 181706

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Kitchen Manager – Buffalo, NY

Join a respected long-standing restaurant seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead a dedicated kitchen team. This role offers the chance to maintain high-quality food standards while contributing to a positive, team-oriented environment in a well-established restaurant setting.

Kitchen Manager Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000 based on experience
  • Flexible schedule with some evening and weekend shifts
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical insurance options
  • Opportunity to work in a family-friendly and fun atmosphere

Kitchen Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in kitchen leadership or management
  • Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team of up to 15 staff members
  • Experience managing food costs, inventory, and labor effectively
  • Familiarity with Toast or other modern POS systems and comfortable working with technology
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Kitchen Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation, service, and closing duties
  • Lead and schedule kitchen staff while maintaining a positive and professional culture
  • Ensure consistent food quality, portion control, and adherence to recipe standards
  • Manage food inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage with attention to cost control
  • Collaborate with restaurant management to ensure seamless service and troubleshoot operational issues
  • Support menu execution and assist in developing specials to introduce modern options alongside traditional dishes
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

This role is ideal for a culinary professional who values organization, accountability, and teamwork in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

 

JOB ID: 181706

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