Kitchen Manager jobs in Merrimack, NH

Kitchen Manager 

We are a full-service, casual dining restaurant. The management team is focused on creating the perfect dining experience for its Guest and an exciting work environment for its people, offering opportunities in a professional, yet casual, workplace. If you are a leader that leads with PRIDE (Passion, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Energy) then we are the place for you! 

The North Side Grille is 20 minutes or less from the surrounding Nashua and Manchester areas. We are an American Fare restaurant serving high-quality comfort food. Currently, we serve all three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner.) Going into our ninth year of business, we continue to keep growing. Our kitchen is in great shape with great equipment and is clean. Our staff is also great we all work together to achieve success. 

We are looking for a Chef/KM to supervise daily back-of-house restaurant operations. 

Chef/KM responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory, and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage our kitchen staff and guide them to deliver quality food on time. 

Ultimately, you will ensure all plates are properly cooked and served and our customers have a pleasant dining experience. 

KEY Responsibilities 

Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders

Supervise food prep and cooking

Check food plating and temperature

Establish portion sizes

Schedule kitchen staff shifts

Price menu items in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager

Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed

Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques

Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g. in refrigerators)

Keep weekly and monthly cost reports

Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area

Requirements

Proven work experience as a Chef/KM, Restaurant Manager or Head Chef/KM

Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients

Knowledge of a wide range of recipes

Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations

Excellent organizational skills

Conflict management abilities

Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment

Flexibility to work during evenings and weekends

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Simple Ira

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance