Kitchen Manager

Salsa Brava

Kitchen Manager

Flagstaff, AZ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Salsa Brava is currently seeking a full time kitchen manager. We are looking for an individual who is assertive & decisive. The ideal candidate will posses strong leadership skills and is able to lead & direct a team of up to 20 cooks & dishwashers. 

    Duties 

    • Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation 

    • Maintain standard recipes and ensure consistency in food quality and taste 

    • Develop weekly specials that align with current menu and market trends 

    • Manage inventory and order supplies as needed to maintain stock levels 

    • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment 

    • Train and supervise kitchen staff, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and providing guidance 

    • Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction 

    • Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints related to the kitchen

    Experience 

    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a kitchen management role or similar 

    • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary trends, and kitchen equipment 

    • Proficiency in using Toast POS or similar point-of-sale systems 

    • Experience in Mexican cuisine is a plus 

    • Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff members 

    • Strong customer service skills with a focus on delivering exceptional dining experiences 

    • Culinary or hospitality management degree is preferred but not required

    Pay & Benefits 

    • $55,000-$58,000 annual salary 

    • Health insurance allowance 

    • 2 weeks paid time off 

    • Semi annual bonus based on performance, labor, food cost & health department scores

    If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for culinary excellence and have the necessary experience to lead a dynamic kitchen team, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Kitchen Manager and take your career to the next level! 

    Compensation: $55,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Salsa Brava is a family owned, local restaurant, voted Best Overall Restaurant and Best Italian Restaurant in Flagstaff.

    Salsa Brava has featured on the Food Network’s ‘Diners Drive-Ins and Dives’. We have been a mainstay restaurant in Flagstaff for over 37 years and have been consistently rated one of the best restaurants in the state of Arizona.

    We are not your average employer.

    At Salsa Brava we treat our employees like family, their quality of life is our priority, and we provide exceptional work life balance rarely found at any restaurant.

    Our Mission: Through a shared commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to taking extraordinary care of our staff and guests through the exceptional quality of our food. We will continuously strive to surpass our own accomplishments and be recognized as a leader in our industry.

    At Salsa Brava, you can expect a flexible schedule and time off for all major holidays.