Kitchen Manager

Great Circle Catering (GCC) is the Seacoast area's premier full-service caterer. GCC operates as a commissary kitchen for corporate catering, social events, food trucks, kiosks, general aviation and military troop flights. We are currently hiring for a full-time Kitchen Manager for our growing company. The full-time Kitchen Manager will oversee the commissary kitchen of Great Circle Catering, leading by example to improve and implement procedures and best practices. As a leader in the kitchen, you will embody a unique mix of culinary experience, management of a diverse group of employees, financial acumen, and an unwavering commitment to the principles of hospitality. Duties and Responsibilities: ? Manage all culinary staff in day-to-day kitchen operations, working closely with the Production Manager and Culinary Director to ensure the highest quality ? Oversee all food preparation for all daily catering operations, paying close attention to quality, presentation, and accuracy of orders ? Assign duties and fill out all daily prep and pull sheets, communicating with kitchen staff about forecasted needs and which products will be used for each recipe ? Supervise all prep and production, providing quality control for all food leaving the GCC kitchen for orders and events ? Oversee all kitchen cleanliness and daily standard sanitation practices ? Establish and oversee daily, weekly, monthly kitchen cleaning schedule ? Work with Culinary Director to schedule staff based on daily and weekly needs ? Work closely with the Culinary Director in daily ordering based on upcoming events, kiosk needs, and military catering needs ? Assist Culinary Director with all new menu and recipe development based on seasonal menu changes and available products ? Assist with receiving orders and putting away product if needed, always practicing FIFO ? Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers ? Maintain organized food storage areas and utilize space accordingly ? Cook and cover shifts when needed ? Work to reduce waste, COGS, and Labor costs ? Communicate professionally and respectfully with all employees, vendors, clients, and visitors ? Remain flexible and fluid through changing and challenging situations Required Skills/Abilities: ? Verifiable career path of 3-5 years of culinary leadership ? High volume catering experience ? Serve Safe Manager Certification or able to obtain upon hire ? Microsoft Office Proficiency ? Experience with Inventory Management and scheduling software ? Ability to work a flexible schedule ? Willingness to learn and be cross-trained in all aspects of GCC's culinary program ? Ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure ? Ability to work independently and as part of a team ? You must have attention to detail and the ability to prepare and present quality food ? Must pass a drug screen and background check Physical Requirements: ? Ability to lift, push, and pull 50+ lbs ? Ability to stand for long periods of time ? Ability to use standard kitchen equipment - slicer, dish machine, knives, ovens ? Obtain a valid Driver's License ? Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Benefits for FT employees ? 8 paid holidays ? Anthem medical (includes vision) ? HSA ? 401k after 90 days of employment, up to 3% company match ? $15, 000 company paid life insurance ? Company paid short-term disability coverage ? 80 hours paid vacation, accrued weekly at 1.54 hours per week ? Up to 56 hours of sick time. One (1) hour of sick time to be accrued every thirty (30) hours worked. Port City Air, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. For more information visit https: //www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf.