Assistant Kitchen Manager

Job Summary

Join our dynamic kitchen team as an Assistant Kitchen Manager, where your leadership and culinary expertise will drive excellence in food preparation, service, and team management. In this role, you will support the kitchen operations, oversee food safety protocols, and ensure our standards are consistently met. Your passion for hospitality and food industry experience will help create memorable dining experiences for our guests while fostering a positive and efficient work environment. .

Duties

• Assist in supervising daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to uphold high-quality standards.
• Support menu planning and ensure all dishes meet quality and safety standards, including dietary requirements.
• Oversee inventory management and control to minimize waste and optimize food costs through accurate ordering and stock rotation.
• Enforce food safety sanitizing procedures, proper food handling, and sanitation practices to maintain compliance with health regulations.
• Lead and manage kitchen staff during shifts, providing guidance on food production, serving techniques, and teamwork.
• Coordinate catering events and banquet services, ensuring timely setup, execution, and cleanup while maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Monitor kitchen performance metrics, implement cost control measures, and assist with training staff to foster a motivated team environment.

Skills

• Proven experience in food production, catering, or restaurant management.
• Strong supervisory skills with the ability to lead teams effectively in fast-paced settings.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety procedures, sanitizing protocols, and proper food handling practices.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with team members, vendors, and management seamlessly.
• Demonstrated ability to manage shift operations efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and service.

This role is perfect for passionate kitchen professionals eager to make an impact through leadership and innovation in the kitchen. We value energetic individuals who thrive under pressure, excel at managing teams, and are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences every day!

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person