Kitchen Manager
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Job overview
Cantaloupe AI is hiring a Kitchen Manager. Cantaloupe AI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee all aspects of food preparation and kitchen operations at the new Tommy's on Thomas in downtown Hammond. The manager will lead the kitchen team to meet high expectations and volume plans, ensuring consistent execution of menu items. This key leadership role focuses on maintaining food and service quality in a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Key focus areas include Manage and supervise kitchen staff, including cooks and dishwashers, Monitor food production to maintain quality standards and timely execution, and Assist with inventory control and ordering of food and supplies.
Successful candidates bring Previous Kitchen Leadership Experience, Excellent Communication Skills, and Ability To Work Fast‑Paced. Important skills include Food Preparation, Communication, Fast-Paced Environment, Attention To Detail, Kitchen Management, and Team Member Management. Preferred (not required): Pizza Making, FOH Service, Mixology, and Beverage Service.
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Full job description
About the Role A new pizza kitchen with new equipment has been built to meet the demands of our guests. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Kitchen Manager to join our team at the NEW Tommy's on Thomas in downtown Hammond. As the Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food preparation and kitchen operations, while leading the kitchen team to meet the high expectations and high volume plans for the new restaurant. You will work with the GM to ensure consistent execution of pizzas and other menu items. This is a key leadership role with our team where you will ensure the highest quality of food and service while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. Experience: - Must have previous experience in kitchen leadership. - Strong knowledge of food preparation or pizza making preferred - Familiarity with FOH service and bartending and beverage service is a plus - Excellent communication skills to effectively lead a team - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail If you are a dedicated worker with a passion for creating a fun and consistent work environment, we invite you to apply for the position of Kitchen Manager at Tommy's on Thomas. While identifying day shift leadership is our focus, we are open to anyone with flexible scheduling that is a great worker and leader.
What you'll do
- Duties:
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- Manage and supervise kitchen staff, including cooks and dishwashers
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- Monitor food production to maintain quality standards and timely execution
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- Assist with inventory control and ordering of food and supplies
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- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
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- Train and develop kitchen staff on pizza making and other cooking techniques and procedures
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- Collaborate with the restaurant management team to create new dishes and improve existing ones
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- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area
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- Develop systems that improve consistency or speed of pizza and food production What we're looking for
- Skills:
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- Food preparation expertise in a fast-paced environment
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- Kitchen management abilities
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- Team Member management
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- Inventory control and ordering proficiency
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- Food production skills Nice to have
- -Prior experience in Pizza restaurants in a BOH or Kitchen leadership position
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