Kitchen Manager

Josie Wyatt's isn't just a restaurant; it's a premier dining destination within Moab's only Four Diamond luxury resort-style hotel, the Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton. We are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with providing room service to the 116-room hotel. The hotel features 5 meeting rooms totaling about 4,500 sq ft of event space, where we provide exceptional meals and service for corporate meetings, company parties, weddings and many other types of events year round.

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We are looking for a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team. You should possess a deep passion for outstanding food, a sharp eye for detail, and the financial acumen to manage labor, COGS, and overall kitchen profitability.

*Key Responsibilities:*

* Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
* Team Development: Recruit, train, and inspire our kitchen team to maintain standards under pressure.
* Financial Stewardship: Take ownership of food costs, labor budgets, and inventory management to ensure a profitable and efficient kitchen.
* Banquets & Events: Coordinate with the events team to execute flawless catering for weddings, corporate retreats, and local gatherings.
* Quality & Consistency: Maintain strict adherence to recipes, presentation guidelines, and sanitation protocols.

*What We're Looking For:*

* Experience: 3+ years of kitchen management
* Mindset: A "lead-by-example" mentor who isn't afraid to jump on the line when needed but stays focused on the bigger picture.
* Skillset: Proficiency in menu costing, scheduling appropriately for business levels while maintaining labor costs, and maintaining food cost.
* Commitment to Cleanliness*:* You possess an unwavering commitment to food safety and sanitation. You treat every shift like a health inspection, ensuring all workstations, storage areas, and equipment exceed local and federal safety guidelines. xhqgsiq

Elevate your career in one of the most stunning landscapes in the world. If you're a disciplined leader with a sharp eye for numbers and a passion for service, we want to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person