Hillstone Restaurant Group

Kitchen Manager

Hillstone Restaurant Group • $100K — $110K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in hospitality or culinary management, ideally in high-volume settings.
  • Strong leadership skills demonstrated through inspiring and motivating diverse teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen operations, along with food safety regulations.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills for handling fast-paced environments.
  • Solid understanding of financial management including budgeting and cost control principles.
  • Effective communication skills for interacting with staff, chefs, and interdepartmental teams.
  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations from food prep to plating to maintain dish quality.
  • Lead and motivate culinary teams, providing ongoing training and support.
  • Collaborate with management to ensure that all dishes meet taste and presentation standards.
  • Monitor inventory, manage supplies, and control food costs to meet budget targets.
  • Implement health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and workplace safety.
  • Create a positive, collaborative working atmosphere with open communication across all staff.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation for work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive medical plan covering employee health needs.
  • Dining credits to enjoy meals at Hillstone locations.
Full Job Description
Company Description

Job Description

Hillstone Restaurant Group is a privately-held collection of upscale restaurants with 45+ locations in major cities across the country. Some of our more well-known operations are Houston's, Hillstone, R+D Kitchen, Bandera, East Hampton Grill, South Beverly Grill, Honor Bar, Palm Beach Grill, and White House Tavern.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Manager to join our dynamic team at Hillstone. As a part of our management, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence and ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.

Newly selected managers will receive 8 weeks of rotational training on-site.

Salary: $100,000-$110,000

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to consistently deliver top-quality dishes.
  • Lead and motivate a team of culinary professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance and development
  • Collaborate closely with the management team, ensuring all products meet our high standards of taste and presentation.
  • Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs to maintain budgetary targets while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness.
  • Implement and enforce health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative working environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork among all staff members.

Requirements:
  • Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant environment
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team
  • In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen operations
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Solid understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control, and inventory management
  • Effective communication skills to liaise with team members, executive chef, and other departments
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

If you are passionate about culinary excellence, possess strong leadership abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to join our team.

To learn more, visit our website, or read a featured profiles in Bon Appetit magazine and the NY Times:

http://www.hillstone.com/press/bonappetit

https://hillstone.com/employment/NYTimesAug2024.pdf.

Benefits:
  • paid vacation
  • comprehensive medical plan
  • dining credit

Qualifications

Hillstone restaurants can be found across the nation, making relocation flexibility necessary.

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Hillstone Restaurant Group confirms each employee's identity and authorization to work by participating in E-Verify.

Qualifications

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Hillstone Restaurant Group confirms each employee's identity and authorization to work by participating in E-Verify.

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