Emmy Squared Park Slope is looking for a passionate and experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee and inspire our growing team. Part of the Pizza Loves Emily Restaurant Group, Emmy Squared Pizza is an upscale casual full-service restaurant company, with over 20 locations in New York City, West Port, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Alexandria, Charlotte, Durham, Atlanta, Athens, Louisville, Nashville, Birmingham, and Fort Lauderdale.

As a Kitchen Manager you will be expected to excel in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional organizational skills, and have a proven track record of successfully managing and leading a team. You will be a leader, mentor, and coach to your team, inspiring them to reach their full potential and exceed customer expectations.

This position offers a competitive salary, quarterly bonus potential and a comprehensive health benefits package.

Kitchen Manager Job Duties:

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring that food is prepared to a high standard and in a timely manner.

• Direct supervision of the kitchen employees on a daily basis, ensuring policies and processes are being followed and inspecting operational flow on a continuous basis.

• Responsible for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen ensuring that operating costs are minimized.

• Responsible for hiring, on-boarding and continuous training of kitchen employees.

• Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and in good working order.

• Responsible for food quality and consistency of menu items, ensuring a positive guest experience.

• Collaborate with the front of house team to ensure a seamless guest experience.

• Create and maintain inventory and ordering systems to minimize waste and reduce costs.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with food suppliers.

• Lead and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high levels of performance and productivity.

• Continuously seek ways to improve kitchen operations, including cost control measures.

• Create schedules for kitchen employees, adjusting as necessary to meet business needs and financial targets.

• Ensure compliance with department of health standards, maintaining superior cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen areas.

• Act as a liaison between the kitchen and front of house teams, ensuring effective communication and cooperation.

• Provide training and support to Front of House employees, to include menu knowledge and how to meet dietary needs.

  Kitchen Manager Qualifications:

• Proven experience, minimum 1 year, as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in a full-service restaurant

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards; Serve Safe certified food manager preferred.

• Candidate must have proven culinary skills and must be able to lead, develop, and motivate staff.

• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment while effectively delegating tasks.

• Experience managing payroll and schedules is required.

• Must have understanding of food cost and be capable of conducting and assessing restaurant inventory.

• Must be proficient with computers and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

• Must be able to lift / carry items up to 40 lbs. and push / pull items up to 75 lbs.

• Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending, twisting, squatting and reaching overhead.

• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc) and taste/smell.