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Slows Bar BQ

Kitchen Manager

Detroit, MI

Key responsibilities include leading team members, executing food purchasing within budget, maintaining quality and portion standards, enforcing strict sanitation, and managing supply distribution ...

Progressive Quality Care

Dietary Manager

Holland, MI · On-site

Oversee food purchasing, production, and meal service * Supervise dietary staff and manage scheduling, training, and evaluations * Maintain compliance with dietary regulations and sanitation ...

Progressive Quality Care

Dietary Manager

Holland, MI · On-site

Oversee food purchasing, production, and meal service * Supervise dietary staff and manage scheduling, training, and evaluations * Maintain compliance with dietary regulations and sanitation ...

Avenue at Holland

Dietary Manager

Holland, MI

Oversee food purchasing, production, and meal service * Supervise dietary staff and manage scheduling, training, and evaluations * Maintain compliance with dietary regulations and sanitation ...

Compass Group

GENERAL MANAGER

Saline, MI · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Working as a General Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the account in accordance ... Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ...

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Morrison Living

GENERAL MANAGER

Saline, MI · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Working as a General Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the account in accordance ... Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ...

New

Compass Group

GENERAL MANAGER

Saline, MI · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Working as a General Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the account in accordance ... Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ...

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Little Caesars

Purchasing & Planning Coordinator

Detroit, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $28/hr

This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to manage product flow ... Background in food, commodity, or packaging purchasing environments Where You'll Work: * A ...

Ilitch

Purchasing & Planning Coordinator

Detroit, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $28/hr

This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to manage product flow ... Background in food, commodity, or packaging purchasing environments Where You'll Work: * A ...

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Eden Foods, Inc.

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Organic Buyer

Clinton, MI · On-site

Purchasing Manager Position Objective: Eden Foods is looking for a Purchasing Department team ... Clean, authentic organic food is a core responsibility at Eden. This is not intended to be all ...

Life Action

Food Service Manager

Buchanan, MI · On-site

Assess needs and develop specifications for competitive bids, requisitions, and purchases of food ... ServSafe Manager Certification (or willingness to obtain). * Strong organizational and ...

National Food Group

Bid Coordinator

Novi, MI · Hybrid

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

... Food Group is seeking a detail-oriented Bid Coordinator to join our Purchasing team. In this role ... Coordinate and manage the full bid process, from receiving bid requests to final submission.

Eden Foods

Organic Buyer

Clinton, MI · On-site

Purchasing Manager Position Objective: Eden Foods is looking for a Purchasing Department team ... Clean, authentic organic food is a core responsibility at Eden. This is not intended to be all ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for food purchasing manager in Michigan is $73,390.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,700.00 and $87,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Food Purchasing Manager, you need a solid background in supply chain management, negotiation, budgeting, and knowledge of food safety standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ERP software), data analysis tools, and possibly certifications like Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are commonly valued. Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage vendor interactions and internal collaboration. These skills ensure efficient procurement processes, cost control, and high-quality food supply for the organization.

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A Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of food products for a business, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. They negotiate with vendors, ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, maintain inventory levels, and comply with food safety regulations. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply chain while optimizing costs and ensuring high-quality standards.

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Kitchen Manager

Slows Bar BQ

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Slows Bar BQ is seeking a highly motivated, high-energy leader to manage kitchen operations at Slows To Go. This position is primarily focused on high-volume food production, batch preparation, and central commissary support across our core business units:

  • Slows To Go Carryout
  • Slows To Go Catering
  • Commissary Orders (supplying Slows Corktown, Slows Berkley, and Slows Ann Arbor)
  • Food Service / Concessions Production
  • Food Truck Event Production


Our ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who excels at managing staff, coordinating varied production plans, and running multiple simultaneous event preps without missing a beat. You will drive daily output, maintain strict quality control, and foster a healthy, supportive kitchen culture grounded in teamwork and high morale.


Summary of Position

The Kitchen Manager oversees all daily kitchen functions, staff management, and multi-channel production schedules at Slows To Go. Key responsibilities include leading team members, executing food purchasing within budget, maintaining quality and portion standards, enforcing strict sanitation, and managing supply distribution across catering, concessions, food truck events, and regional restaurant locations.


Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations Management

  • Oversee and streamline multi-channel prep schedules, balancing carryout demands, catering orders, concessions prep, food truck events, and regional commissary shipments simultaneously.
  • Ensure accurate, timely commissary order fulfillment for Slows Corktown, Slows Berkley, and Slows Ann Arbor.
  • Guarantee all food and prep items consistently meet standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and yield requirements.
  • Lead from the front by working production stations, smoking equipment, or prep lines whenever needed to meet daily targets.
  • Conduct precise inventory counts, along with daily hot counts and yield monitoring.
  • Keep all kitchen equipment clean, functional, and properly maintained in accordance with preventative maintenance programs.


Team Leadership & Staff Management

  • Manage, schedule, and direct kitchen staff across prep, line, and catering support roles.
  • Partner with the Executive Chef to recruit, interview, hire, and onboard kitchen personnel.
  • Train new team members on standardized recipes, kitchen equipment operations, sanitation protocols, and safety policies.
  • Provide active coaching, constructive feedback, and routine check-ins to build skills, improve efficiency, and elevate morale.
  • Maintain complete staff records, including shift logs, check-in notes, performance reviews, and training logs.


Financial & Administrative Control

  • Strictly adhere to food purchasing, waste control, and labor budgets across all production streams.
  • Prepare and submit operational paperwork, logs, inventory reports, and schedules on time.
  • Maintain clear, continuous communication with upper management and venue teams.
  • Anticipate demand and forecast purchasing and production, minimiizing waste.

Benefits
  • Competitive Salary
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical & Dental Insurance
  • Employee Discounts & Perks

REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum 3 years in high-volume kitchen environments
  • At least 2 years of kitchen supervisory/management experience with a focus on staff management
  • Prior commissary kitchen leadership experience and proven success executing simultaneous event prep plans
  • Prior Catering production experience
  • Active ServSafe Foodservice Manager Certification required
  • Strong proficiency with computer systems, inventory tracking software, and digital scheduling tools (Toast, R365)
  • Clear, confident communication skills to direct kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and collaborate with executive leadership
  • Ability to stand and move continuously for extended periods, as well as reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift/carry up to 70 lbs

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Slows Bar Bq opened in Corktown, Detroit's oldest neighborhood, in 2005. 20 years later Slows operates that original flagship location, Carryout & Catering restaurant Slows To Go in Detroit's Midtown, as well as Slows Bar Bq Ann Arbor and Slows Bar Bq Berkley. Slows also has a food truck and runs gameday stands inside Ford Field, Comerica Park, Little Caesars Arena, and Michigan Stadium.