Food/Kitchen Manager

TITLE: Micro-Enterprise Food/Kitchen Manager

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full time, 40 hours/week; Exempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

JOB PURPOSE: Oversight of the daily operations of establishments that serve food and beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient business management. This role involves a wide range of responsibilities, including hiring, training, and supervising staff, managing inventory and budgets, and maintaining high standards of food safety and customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

●Oversee and manage all areas of micro-enterprise and is responsible for decision making of daily operations.
●Estimates food needs, places orders with fenders, schedule and receive deliveries of ingredients and supplies, maintains accurate inventory and keeps accurate records of inventory and cost of goods.
●Orders and coordinates delivery of ingredients and supplies and rotates stock to minimize risk.
●Works to increase sales and minimize costs, including ingredients, supply, utility and labor.
●Processes purchase orders, invoices, and other banking documents.
●Identify and implement process improvements to ensure efficiency and cost control.
●Assist with planning of all food products and menu selection and ensure product preparation follows recipe guidelines.
●Participates in hiring, training, supervising and evaluating staff performance.
●Manages POS software, provides training to new employees.
●Coordinates with in-house sales and company vendors.
●Provides directions to employees regarding operational and procedural issues.
●Enforces sanitary practices for safe food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas.
●Oversees and maintains a database for weekly inspections to maintain cleanliness in compliance with health and safety regulations.
●Maintains security systems and implementation of building security.
●Works with executive agency personnel for efficient procurement and purchasing of supplies.
●Supervise portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste.
●Oversees staff schedules to ensure production aligns with customer orders and delivery
●Responsible for ensuring that financial reporting, personnel and payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time and in accordance with employment policies.
●Ensures a safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents. Completes incident reports promptly when applicable.
●Works with administration and operations to maintain all proper licensure and permits for food service operations.
●Maintains all necessary staff certifications and records.
●Investigate, respond promptly and report all customer complaints concerning food quality and service.
●Assures compliance and maintains standards as outlined by CARF and appropriate federal, state, and local regulations. Understands and models operational, facility, employment and departmental policies and procedures
●Maintains a clean and orderly environment and a professional work appearance.
●Promote a food safety culture within the organization.
●Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

●Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Safety, or equivalent experience in a high compliance environment.
●Must have knowledge of and experience in controlling food cost and establishing profitability of a food establishment.
●Certified Food Safety Manager (e.g., ServSafe) or equivalent certification.
●Proven experience in food safety, quality control, or a related role.
●Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
●Excellent communication and training skills.
●Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
●Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety.
●Minimum of 5 years' experience in food management and culinary operations.

RISE Services Inc, MO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 314-983-9230.