Kitchen Manager

About This Role

The Kitchen Manager oversees all Back of House operations, ensuring that all food products are purchased, received, prepared, and presented in a timely manner according to established recipes and procedures. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for made-from-scratch food and a commitment to legendary food and service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures
• In conjunction with all management, enforce compliance with all employment policies and oversee cleanliness of restaurant and safety of guests at all times
• Direct productivity to monitor and maintain efficient and effective food item ticket times
• Manage performance of Back of House employees, including conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline
• Assist with the development of all key employees, assistant managers, and hourly employees by providing daily feedback on performance during one-on-ones
• Conduct formal line Taste & Temp checks as part of overall responsibility for inventory and safety in the kitchen
• Oversee the proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
• Understand, manage, and practice safe food handling procedures
• Manage food costs, track waste, and control kitchen labor costs
• Direct work for Back of House employees, including setting hours and weekly schedules, and assigning tasks before, during and after open hours of the restaurant
• Train Back of House employees on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
• Review applications, interview, and hire or make recommendation to hire Back of House employees
• Create a safe, fun, and clean work environment for the staff in a manner consistent with core values and operational goals

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Discounts in restaurants
• Friendly competitions
• Recognition
• Formal training
• Career growth opportunities
• A choice of medical plans that are best in class
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Parental, Donor, Bereavement and 100% Paid Maternity Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursements up to $5,250 per year
• Monthly Profit-Sharing Program
• Quarterly Restricted Stock Units Program