Lead Cook/Kitchen Manager

Job Description Job Description Old Town Fairfax is growing rapidly, and the restaurant scene is vibrant with multiple new businesses: unique among these is Earp’s Ordinary, a live music venue with exciting cuisine and seasoned service, providing the only full stage and sound music experience in Fairfax Working with Earp’s ownership and staff is a professional experience in an exciting modern live music venue, a new kitchen, with great colleagues & staff having fun in our dynamic space- this is your opportunity to manage more staff and earn a performance bonus while helping design and develop the menu dishes We are seeking a passionate and experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated and results-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and a dedication to consistent production excellence. Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, product inventory and ordering, and maintaining food quality standards. Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management. Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are strictly followed, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. Control food costs by managing inventory, minimizing waste, and optimizing purchasing. Balance purchasing between 3rd party suppliers and Restaurant Depot Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction. Maintain and troubleshoot kitchen equipment. Assist with menu development and recipe creation. Contribute to the overall success of the restaurant by achieving operational and financial goals. Support Venue Events/Event Menu Planning Qualifications: 2 years of experience as a Kitchen and Purchasing Manager in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Servsafe certification Valid Driver’s license Verifiable references Strong culinary skills and a solid understanding of food prep & service techniques. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in food safety and sanitation procedures. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. An innate commitment to high-quality food and guest satisfaction. Benefits: Competitive Salary at $54,600 One week of PTO after 6 months 1 week of paid vacation after 1 year Subsidized individual healthcare insurance Employee Meals Quarterly bonus potential for meeting benchmarks including restaurant income, food & labor costs and an ‘A’ rating from the Food Safety Inspections Company Description Earp’s Ordinary is Northern Virginia’s new live music and entertainment venue, we also function as a full-service restaurant and bar. At Earp's Ordinary, we have something for everyone. This is a space for our patrons to relax and enjoy local and national acts while eating delicious food and drinking craft cocktails. If you love working with people and enjoy live music, then working in this restaurant and bar environment will be great for you Company Description Earp’s Ordinary is Northern Virginia’s new live music and entertainment venue, we also function as a full-service restaurant and bar. At Earp's Ordinary, we have something for everyone. This is a space for our patrons to relax and enjoy local and national acts while eating delicious food and drinking craft cocktails. If you love working with people and enjoy live music, then working in this restaurant and bar environment will be great for you

Location: Fairfax, VA, US

Posted Date: 1/23/2025