PM KITCHEN MANAGER - LIBERTY, NC
Salary: $65000 - $80000 /year
Pay Grade: 11
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As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.
Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.
Job Summary
PM Kitchen Manager
Shift: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM (Schedule flexibility required; operation runs 24/7)
Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced PM Kitchen Manager to lead our evening culinary operations. This role is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is driven by creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence in food quality and presentation. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations during the PM shift, with a strong emphasis on menu development, culinary leadership, and team mentorship. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic company and make a significant impact through your culinary vision.
Key Responsibilities
- - Lead and inspire the evening culinary team to deliver exceptional food quality and presentation.
- - Oversee full culinary management of the food service operation, including inventory, ordering, and receiving.
- - Drive innovation in menu development with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and culinary trends.
- - Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all kitchen operations.
- - Collaborate with the General Manager to align culinary goals with overall operational objectives.
- - Manage food cost controls, purchasing, and inventory systems to ensure efficiency and sustainability.
- - Support and execute high-quality catering events with attention to detail and creativity.
- - Mentor and train kitchen staff to foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
- - Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
- - Minimum of three years of culinary management experience in contract foodservice, fine dining, or high-volume restaurant settings.
- - Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, cost control, and presentation.
- - Experience with exposition cooking and culinary innovation.
- - Strong understanding of P&L accountability and contract-managed service operations.
- - Working knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
- - ServSafe certification is a plus.
- - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and internet applications.
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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.
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