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The Chef Manager (Kitchen Production & Culinary Operations), Food & Beverage is a working chef responsible for supporting the execution of all food and beverage operations at JRTC. This role focuses on kitchen production, stewarding, and catered events while ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance across all outlets.
Responsibilities
- Direct daily kitchen operations for group dining, catering services, and stewarding / warehousing.
- Support food service across dining halls, concessions, snack breaks, and special events.
- Oversee production scheduling, ordering, and service execution for all year-round dining programs (team meals, group dining, and hotel guest food service).
- Ensure kitchen activities are completed efficiently and in alignment with service standards.
- Serve as back-of-house liaison to front-of-house to maintain consistency in food quality, timing, and service delivery.
- Step into leadership roles in concessions, catering, or dining services as needed to support operations.
Menu & Inventory Management
Manage food inventory, place and receive vendor orders, and maintain supply accuracy.Oversee food preparation, ensuring adherence to JRTC recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.Verify ingredient quality and assist with prep and production tasks as needed.Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, ensuring compliance with storage, labeling, and rotation standards.Support menu costing, pricing, and financial analysis in partnership with the Manager, Food & Beverage.Maintain accurate records of food, supplies, and equipment to ensure effective cost control and accountability.Staff Development & Scheduling
Recruit, train, and supervise part-time and seasonal food service staff assigned to kitchen support roles.Provide coaching and feedback to ensure adherence to food safety, guest service, and performance standards.Assist with staff scheduling based on business needs, events, and dining volume.Sanitation, Safety & Compliance
Enforce compliance with local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation guidelines.Maintain updated safety records, training certifications, and cleanliness logs.Monitor kitchen and food service equipment, ensuring preventative maintenance and reporting repair needs promptly.Interdepartmental Coordination
Partner with internal departments to coordinate team meals, late-night dining, and hospitality functions.Communicate staffing, scheduling, and operational updates to the Manager, Food & Beverage.Support planning and execution of large-scale or high-profile events, ensuring consistency in food quality and service.Incorporate guest feedback and best practices to continuously improve food and beverage operations.Other Duties
Assist with the oversight of concessions and catering operations as required.Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Manager, Food & Beverage.Qualifications & Skills
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in culinary arts, Hospitality, or related field preferred.3–5 years of food and beverage experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.Background in institutional dining strongly preferred.Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Proficiency in food costing, kitchen management, and vendor coordination.Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Physical & Availability Requirements
Must be able to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.Must be able to obtain and maintain food handler certification.Top MLB Perks
Medical / Dental / Vision coverageCompany Matched 401(k) PlanPaid Sick / Time Off and HolidaysParental LeaveDisability Benefits (short term and long term)Life and Accidental Death InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP)Training & Development ProgramsDiscounts on MLB and JRTC merchandiseAccess to special events at JRTCJRTC Employee & Family appreciation eventsPlease note : All job offers will be based on successfully completing a background check.
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