Kitchen Manager

Job Overview:
We are seeking an accomplished Kitchen Manager to oversee our kitchen operations. Your role will be essential in steering our kitchen team towards delivering consistently delightful culinary experiences. As a detail-oriented and proactive individual, you will play a pivotal role in upholding the standards that Alfalfa is known for. This is an opportunity for you to be a part of a fast growing concept where you can flex into the role and help build out kitchen processes. This is a key leadership role that requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to effectively manage a team, and strong culinary knowledge.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures to streamline kitchen processes
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation
- Oversee all kitchen operations, including food production, inventory control, and food preparation
- Train and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed
- Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction
- Collaborate with the restaurant management team to develop menus, specials, and promotions
- Manage food costs by controlling portion sizes, minimizing waste, and optimizing inventory levels
- Conduct regular inventory audits and order supplies as needed
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and new culinary techniques

Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a kitchen environment
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, including food preparation, vendor management, and cost control
- Understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices in food handling

-Sequence and complete all orders (in-store & online) accurately and in line with Alfalfa's prep time standards.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with staff and management teams

-Conduct inventories, place accurate orders with vendors, receive and inspect orders according to our high-quality standards.

-Develop, motivate, and manage kitchen team members. Provide ongoing feedback, set expectations, and supervise day-to-day activities to ensure consistent delivery of Alfalfa offerings.

- Proven experience in the food industry, with a strong background in food handling, preparation, and production

-ServSafe Manager Certification

-Bilingual (English/Spanish) ++

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Experience level:

• 2 years

Restaurant type:

• Café
• Coffee shop
• Fast casual restaurant
• Quick service & fast food restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Kitchen management: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• fluent Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ServSafe Manager Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hoboken, NJ 07030 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hoboken, NJ 07030: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person