Kitchen Manager

Primary Job Duties

• Work closely & collaboratively with the executive team to ensure successful operations including weekly taproom events, special events, staff team-building opportunities, and creative & inspired menus.
• Direct and oversee the daily kitchen operations ensuring regulatory compliance, and a safe, positive, and efficient workplace.
• Lead, supervise, train, evaluate, and schedule a kitchen team.
• Maintain inventory and par for kitchen operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting space.

Personal & Professional Qualifications

• Generally expected to work Tuesday-Saturday. Some exceptions include special events, staff meetings, etc. Open to discussion on schedule flexibility.
• Full time hourly position requiring 35-40 hours per week.
• Exceptional skills in leadership, communication, organization, attention to detail, and customer service.
• Positive attitude, emotional maturity, confidence, and the ability to work with a diverse set of people​.

Education & Experience

• Must be 21+ years of age.
• High School Degree or equivalent required, continued education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years related supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• ServeSafe required.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• The ability to work under a range of circumstances including: night & weekend shifts, working with challenging patrons, working in the fast-paced environment of a crowded taproom, and working in close proximity to an operating winery (noise, heavy equipment, odors related to the production process, etc.).
• May be required to stand for extended periods of time.

Compensation and Benefits

• Paid Time Off. 13 paid days annually, ability to roll over 40 hours/year
• Paid Holidays. Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day + 1 floating
• Health Insurance
• Employee discounts, bonuses, schedule flexibility, educational opportunities, & more

Performance Reviews

• Weekly executive team meetings to calibrate and collaborate.
• 90-day probationary period to evaluate performance and determine continued employment. No-fault termination is allowed at this time. Health insurance kicks in after the probationary period is over.
• Official performance reviews conducted biannually.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Harrisonburg, VA 22802: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person