A premier hospitality destination in Eau Claire is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead culinary operations at a scenic, high-volume facility. This established operation features a popular casual grill, banquet space, and a picturesque outdoor patio that hosts premier regional events. The facility is supported by a major national management group, offering the stability of corporate resources and buying power while maintaining a fun, community-focused leadership environment.
This role offers the rare chance to lead a million-dollar operation during an exciting period of growth and expansion. You will oversee a sophisticated program that balances everyday dining with high-profile weddings and banquets, providing the opportunity to implement new operational structures and have a creative voice in expanding the property's menu offerings.
Position Responsibilities
- Supervise and participate in daily food preparation for a casual grill and diverse banquet facilities for up to 250 guests.
- Lead and mentor a team of 5–6 line cooks, fostering a culture of professional growth, execution, and consistency.
- Implement and manage operational structures, including shelf-to-sheet inventory, COGS analysis, and menu pricing.
- Utilize specialized technology and software, such as the Orca inventory system, to control food costs and usage.
- Collaborate on menu development and offer creative features to meet guest demands and budget expectations.
- Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, food quality, and health code compliance are consistently met.
Position Requirements
- 1+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Chef, or culinary supervisor.
- Proven experience managing high-volume banquet operations and catering for large-scale events.
- Strong technical proficiency with kitchen management software and POS systems.
- A positive leadership style with the ability to communicate effectively and handle challenges without animosity.
- Current Certified Food Protection Manager (ServSafe Manager) certification.
Compensation
- Base Salary: $60,000 – $75,000 (with flexibility for exceptional candidates).
- Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical options, including PPO and HSA-eligible HDHP plans.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with a company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
- Additional Benefits: Employer-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and disability options.
- Paid Time Off: Accrued vacation and sick leave, plus six paid major holidays.
If you are a service-oriented leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development, we invite you to apply for this opportunity!
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.