Goodwin Recruiting
Culinary Manager
Washington, DCFood & beverage & lodging$68,000 - $80,000
Job Summary
If you're a humble, supportive, fun and team-oriented leader with a passion for excellence, we'd love to meet you! Our expanding restaurant group is looking for a Culinary Manager who shares our values and is excited to become part of our family. We take pride in the culture we've cultivated and the work we do. Join us and be a key part of our continued growth and success!
Culinary Manager Benefits:
- Competitive salary with monthly bonuses
- Tremendous opportunity for career growth
- Heath, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Paid time off (PTO), vacation days, and paid holidays
- A workplace that values people, diversity, and appreciation
Culinary Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead, train, and motivate your kitchen team to consistently meet high standards
- Build strong, respectful relationships with all kitchen staff while holding them accountable
- Stay hands-on and being proactive, overseeing every aspect of kitchen operations
- Keep kitchen operations running smoothly in a fast-past, high-volume environment
- Manage prep lists, recipe adherence, and waste management to maintain efficiency and consistency
Culinary Manager Qualifications:
- At least 3 year of experience in a full-service restaurant Kitchen Manager role in a high-volume, systems-drive casual or upscale-casual environment
- Strong leadership skills with coach-mentality, leading by example and fostering a positive team dynamic
- Proven track record of maintaining high standards, exceeding expectations, and building relationships
- Experience with inventory management and ordering
- Commitment to safety and sanitation standards at all times
Jessica Gore