Kitchen Manager
Invited · Farmers Branch
Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!
Job Summary
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, focusing on the supervision and coordination of line cooks and kitchen staff to ensure consistent, high-quality food production. This role includes responsibility for meal preparation, food safety, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. The Kitchen Manager ensures that kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently, aligning with club standards and supporting an exceptional Member dining experience. Additionally, this position emphasizes teamwork, cost control, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Reporting Structure
• Reports to the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef
Day to Day
- Responsible for proper preparation, excellence of product, profit, and labor cost.
- Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of daily specials, salads, entrées, etc., based on Invited's quality standards and portion size guidelines, as designated by the Executive Chef.
- Organize and oversee all activities related to à la carte service, employee meals, and private dining rooms.
- Responsible for expediting during meal periods, ensuring proper quality, portioning, and presentation of dishes.
- Hire, train, supervise, and provide performance management for kitchen staff, fostering team spirit and delivering the 3-steps of service.
- Prepare work schedules for kitchen crew and monitor payroll costs, including ADP reports, as requested.
- Attend F&B meetings, banquet and BEO meetings, and lineup sessions as required.
- Oversee the procurement of food supplies and kitchen equipment, ensuring proper rotation of inventory and participating in actual inventory counts.
- Manage budgetary requirements, controlling expenses related to food supplies, kitchen equipment, and materials.
- Analyze food and labor production reports, including menu engineering, to manage costs effectively.
- Adhere to all cleaning schedules and sanitation duties as set by the Executive Chef, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of individual work areas and the kitchen.
- Ensure that kitchen equipment, counters, tools, and waste areas are properly maintained and cleaned.
- Interact professionally with members/guests, handling changes and last-minute requests as needed.
Additional Duties
- Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
- Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
- Represent the company's management team by supporting and enforcing policies while maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
- Promote and follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
- Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your role.
- Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
- Support the overall efficiency of the team by collaborating and contributing to the club’s goals.
About You
Required
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef or similar kitchen role.
Preferred
- Valid Health and Sanitation certification, ServeSafe.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly follow and provide instructions.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand, walk, and perform physical activities for extended periods.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures and environments, with potential exposure to dust, fumes, or gases.
- Capable of climbing ladders, squatting, kneeling, reaching, grasping, twisting, bending, and folding/unfolding as required.
- Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
- Effective communication skills, including talking and hearing, with sufficient visual acuity.
Primary Tools/Equipment
- Equipment (30 - 50 lbs.)
- Chaffers (30 - 50 lbs.)
- Boxes (30 - 50 lbs.)
- Carts (10 - 50 lbs.)
- Kitchen knives (1-5 lbs.)
- Pots, pans, and other food storage containers (5 - 50 lbs.)
Work Schedule
- Attendance requirements for this position as outlined on the weekly schedule.
- Additional hours are required to meet deadlines of the position, including weekends and/or holidays.
What We Offer
We believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and—if you're in a non-exempt role—hours worked.
While not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members)
Want to learn more? Visit www.invitedbenefits.com for full details.
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Invited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The job posting outlines the general requirements for this position and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties not mentioned here may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.