Kitchen Manager Hiring
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Kitchen Manager The Train Shed
Position Overview:
As the Kitchen Manager at The Train Shed you will be the driving force behind our back-of-house operationsfrom menu creation and food quality to staff development and cost control. You will lead by example inspire your team and maintain the highest culinary standards to deliver an outstanding dining experience.
Operating at Union Station means our volume is uniquely dynamicincluding the operation of multiple large-scale immersive pop-up events throughout the year. We are looking for a highly organized self-disciplined culinary leader who has proven experience stepping into an established staff culture and strategically guiding it toward excellence.
Youll work closely with the General Manager & FOH management team to control costs optimize efficiency and create a unified high-performing environment for the entire restaurant.
Key Responsibilities:
Kitchen Leadership: Direct daily kitchen operations and manage a team of chefs cooks and kitchen staff
Menu Development: Design refine and execute a creative seasonal menu aligned with the restaurants concept and goals
Food Quality and Consistency: Ensure every dish meets high standards for flavor presentation and consistency
Staff Training and Development: Hire train and mentor kitchen staff to create a strong collaborative team culture
Inventory and Cost Management: Oversee food purchasing control costs monitor portioning and reduce waste
Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations (ServSafe certification preferred)
Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with front-of-house leadership and ownership to align kitchen performance with overall business objectives
Expedite and Problem-Solving: Oversee service during busy shifts manage workflow and handle issues quickly and professionally
What Were Looking For:
Experience: Minimum 3 years as a Kitchen Manager Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen
Culinary Expertise: Strong command of cooking techniques industry trends and kitchen operations
Leadership and Team Management: Ability to train motivate and manage a kitchen team with professionalism and energy
Creativity and Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for food flavor and designing unique guest-driven dishes
Financial Acumen: Proven experience managing food costs inventory and vendor relationships
Time Management and Organization: Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Communication Skills: Clear professional communicator with staff vendors and leadership
What We Offer:
- A high-energy high-volume environment with a strong sense of team.
- Career growth in a company that promotes from within.
- A chance to lead in one of St. Louiss most iconic locations.
- Competitive pay benefits and perks including health insurance dental & vision 401(k) and paid time off.
- A place where your personality and leadership style are assets not something to tone down.
Come lead where history meets hospitality.
If youve got the passion the presence and the people skills to make every shift a success wed love to meet you. Apply now and lets talk.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
At Sharks Restaurant & Billiards, we believe that great service starts with our employees . If you are an enthusiastic and eager person who cares about giving people a great experience, please apply today!
