About this opportunity
ProAbition lists this Kitchen Manager opportunity in thermal, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description About the role
ProAbition in Riverside, a staple of the local dining scene for 14 years, is seeking an energetic, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team. We specialize in American cuisine with heart, flavor, and a commitment to quality. If you're a kitchen leader who loves mentoring staff, crafting great menus, and delivering memorable guest experiences, we want you on our team.
What we offer
- Starting salary: $80,000-$85,000 per year, commensurate with experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and holidays
- Staff meals and company events
- A collaborative, supportive work environment in a well-established, respected local venue
- Stability from 14 years of proven success in Riverside
What we're looking for
- Experience as a Kitchen Manager or Executive Sous Chef in a quality American kitchen
- Great attitude, strong leadership, and the ability to inspire a team
- Local or nearby residency in the Riverside area preferred
- Strong track record of food safety, quality, and consistency
- Ability to manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
- Excellent communication and a hands-on leadership style
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment and mentor a diverse team
- Spanish bilingual is a huge plus
Key responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations: prep, line, cooking, plating, quality control
- Manage schedules, staffing, training, and performance feedback
- Oversee food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance
- Develop and execute menus in collaboration with Executive Chef/ownership
- Monitor costs, waste, and inventory; optimize ordering and vendor partnerships
- Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure guest satisfaction
- Maintain consistency in portioning, presentation, and flavors
- Hire, train, and develop kitchen staff; foster a positive, inclusive culture
Ideal candidate traits
- Strong work ethic, punctuality, reliability
- Positive, solutions-focused attitude
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction
- Team player who leads by example
- Bilingual Spanish highly valued; clear communication with staff and guests is a plus
Worksite address
thermal, CA, 92274, US
Who can apply
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