Executive Kitchen Manager

HC-Resource is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to join a high-volume, full-service restaurant and entertainment venue in Charlottesville Virginia.

About the Client: Our client is a well-known event venue dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences. Known for their unique blend of great food, drinks, and diverse events, they create a welcoming environment for all guests. They prioritize quality, community, and innovation, ensuring every visit is memorable and exciting.

Base Salary:  $65k to $72k

Responsibilities:

• Recruiting, selecting and developing a competent team of store personnel who lead the industry in customer service
• Maintaining adequate inventory levels to ensure out of stocks are eliminated and inventory turns are realized at least once monthly—this is especially important on bottled beer and liquor items since that’s where most of our inventory sits the longest
• Industry leading training
• Managing employee relations by effectively communicating with staff using various styles of approach depending on the individual
• Maintaining store conditions that meet or exceed company goals
• Analyzing financial and accounting reports
• Controlling expenses such as food cost, inventory, cash control, payroll, etc. to at or below company budget guidelines
• Posting staff schedules within the company’s timeline
• Completing recurring tasks on or before scheduled deadlines
• Maintaining a professional image at all times towards customers and staff
• Providing Excellent Customer Service at all times.
• Run great shifts
• Maintaining at 95% or higher on government health inspections.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven success in leadership of high-volume full-service restaurants
• Leadership qualities that motivate and develop a high-achieving team
• Exceptional customer service
• Lead the restaurant team by setting them up for success, leading by example, setting high standards and delegating to & developing people
• Create a safe, fun and clean environment in which employees will thrive and guests will return and recommend us to their friends
• Meet expectations in sales, costs, quality, hospitality, cleanliness, etc.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees, guests and company assets
• Communicate openly, clearly and effectively with a positive, solutions-oriented demeanor