Located in Vista, CA
Pay: $25/hour
Job Full Description
A fast-growing company dedicated to providing high-quality, nutritious meals for dogs. We’re passionate about pet health, precision in our kitchen operations, and a collaborative work culture. We’re looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our production kitchen and ensure smooth, efficient, and consistent daily operations.
Position Overview:
The Kitchen Manager oversees all aspects of our production kitchen — managing the team, maintaining quality and safety standards, coordinating production schedules, and ensuring all orders are fulfilled accurately and on time. This is a working management role — the right person won’t hesitate to jump in and cook alongside the team when needed.
Key Responsibilities:
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Team Management: Train, supervise, and schedule line cooks to ensure consistent performance and adherence to recipes, procedures, and safety standards.
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Production Oversight: Ensure production quotas are met each week and that food is prepared precisely according to company standards.
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Inventory & Purchasing: Track inventory levels, coordinate purchasing needs, and work with management to maintain proper stock levels.
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Quality & Safety: Enforce food safety protocols, cleanliness, and compliance with all health regulations.
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Communication: Provide regular updates to company management and promptly report any operational or personnel issues.
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Order Fulfillment: Oversee daily packaging and shipping processes to ensure all customer orders are fulfilled and picked up by UPS on schedule.
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Hands-On Support: Step in as a line cook when needed to keep production running smoothly.
Qualifications:
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2+ years of experience in a kitchen management or lead cook role (production or commercial kitchen experience preferred)
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Strong leadership and team communication skills
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
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Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
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Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
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Reliable, proactive, and solutions-oriented work ethic
M-F, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
$25/hour
San Diego (North), CA
2292
1800 Thibodo Road
Suite 100
Vista, CA 92081
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