Chef Manager

We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager to join our culinary team in Gaithersburg, United States. In this role, you will oversee all kitchen operations, lead a team of culinary professionals, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service. The ideal candidate will combine strong culinary expertise with proven management capabilities, driving operational excellence while maintaining a positive and productive kitchen environment.Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency and quality standardsSupervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional developmentManage kitchen inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to optimize costs while maintaining product qualityDevelop and customize menus in collaboration with executive leadership, considering seasonal ingredients and operational capabilitiesEnsure strict adherence to food safety regulations, health codes, and company food handling protocolsMonitor and control food costs, portion sizes, and waste to maintain profitability targetsConduct regular quality control inspections and implement corrective actions as neededSchedule kitchen staff efficiently to meet operational demands and maintain labor cost objectivesMaintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with all health and safety standardsCommunicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service deliveryAnalyze kitchen performance metrics and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency