We are seeking a Kitchen Manager who can lead our back-of-house team with passion, precision, and a strong sense of hospitality. The ideal candidate is a hands-on learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, keeps cool under pressure, and can execute consistent quality even on the busiest game days.
Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
-Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and cleanliness
-Manage and train kitchen staff to maintain a high-performing, motivated team
-Monitor inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste
-Maintain compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
-Collaborate with management to develop menu specials and improve operations
-Schedule kitchen staff based on projected business volume and labor goals
-Control food and labor costs with compromising quality or service
-Lead by example during peak hours - jumping in on the line when needed and supporting bar staff
Qualifications:
-3+ years of kitchen management or lead line cook experience, preferably in a high-volume restaurant or sports-bar
-Strong leadership and communication skills
-Proven ability to manage inventory and control costs
-Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and best practices
-Positive attitude, sense of urgency, and team-first mindset
Petoskey's is a "Midwest friendly" bar that places a high priority to our customer service and food quality. We offer non-pretentious food and service. Our menu is focused on Midwest comfort food and woodfired tavern pizza; the first priority always being quality and taste.
We get very busy on Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, and Seattle Kraken games as well as other big game days, and have a consistent and loyal customer base.
If this sounds like a good fit for you and your management style, we hope to hear from you.
Thanks!
