Culinary Manager

Location: Grand Rapids, MI | Employment Type: Full-Time

About the role

Uccello's Hospitality Group is expanding our team and looking for individuals committed to providing a memorable family experience to our Team and Guests as a Culinary Manager. UHG has operated successfully for 43 years and is proud to offer Team Members opportunities to grow their culinary and hospitality careers.

Core Values

• Resilient: Adaptable and flexible, grace under fire, create positive change
• Committed: Give more than expected, never compromise on our Quality and Reputation
• Humbly Confident: Open and honest, balanced ego, no arrogance, doing good while being good
• Hospitality Driven: We care for each other, we care for our Guests, we care for our community, we care for our vendors. In that order.
• Always Seek First to Understand: empathic listening, think Win/Win
• Do the Right Thing: Trust, respect, and integrity in all of our relationships.

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting the kitchen management team in successfully executing all kitchen functions including:

• Food preparation and maintenance of quality standards
• Sanitation and cleanliness
• Training of team members in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control, and sanitation and cleanliness

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years current Kitchen Management experience in a high-volume kitchen
• Banquet experience necessary
• Pizzeria experience a plus
• Strong operational background and ability to provide high-quality food and outstanding guest service
• Track record of success in effectively controlling food and labor cost
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a high-volume operation
• Culinary Arts degree preferred
• Ability to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of the restaurant's operating area
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, directing, and motivating team members
• Excellent basic math skills
• Basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Office and email
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Stamina to work 10 to 12-hour shifts when necessary and at least 45 hours per week

Benefits

• Outstanding culture with a local, family-owned company
• Competitive salary plus generous bonus program paid per 4-week period based on restaurant financial performance
• Complimentary dining experiences at all restaurants for you and your guests
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off package includes vacation after 6 months of employment
• Weekly paycheck
• Company growth and leadership development program to help achieve career goals