Company description

The Civic Kitchen is a recreational cooking school offering hands-on classes & events for home cooks in a welcoming, purpose-built space in the Mission District of San Francisco.

Job description

The Civic Kitchen seeks an experienced, full-time Class and Kitchen Manager for our cooking school in the Mission. This person will work closely with our cooking teachers and staff to provide students with a fun, educational, and safe class experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment, and has exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. We seek a team member who radiates hospitality, enjoys a collaborative environment, fosters a positive work atmosphere, and works independently to manage diverse tasks with flexibility and efficiency. If you are passionate about hospitality and food, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

● Support cooking teachers by acting as lead for classes and events

● Guide team workflow before, during, and after class, including kitchen set up before class, problem-solving during class, and post-class kitchen clean up

● Greet and host guests while radiating hospitality

● Educate team members and guests about best kitchen practices

● Communicate with Operations Manager regarding class operations, inventory, facility maintenance, etc.

● Maintain a clean, organized, and safe facility

● Enforce guidelines in, and provide feedback on, staff handbooks and checklists

● Attend weekly staff meetings

Qualifications:

● Kindness and a passion for excellence in hospitality

● Detail-oriented and organized

● Curiosity and enthusiasm for food, cooking, and education

● Enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

● Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

● Food Safety Certification

Physical requirements:

● Able to stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, twist, and turn

● Able to lift 25 pounds

● Able to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment for extended periods

What we offer:

The Class and Kitchen Manager role offers the opportunity to work as part of a small team, with direct impact on day-to-day operations, guest experience, and the success of our school. We avidly support career growth and skill development for team members, providing a supportive, energetic environment in which to thrive and evolve.

* $33-35/hr DOE

* Opportunity for gratuities from Private Events

* Full time position: Hours are either 4 evening classes per week (3:30pm-11:30pm) and 1 weekend class per week (generally 8:30am-4:30pm or 12pm-8pm) OR 5 evening classes per week (3:30pm - 11:30pm)

* Eligibility for health insurance after 60 days of employment

* CalSavers retirement program

* 9 paid holidays/year

* 2 weeks paid vacation after 60 days of employment

Mise en Place S.F., LLC dba The Civic Kitchen Is An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $33.00 - $35.00

Application instructions

Deadline

April 07, 2025