Kitchen Manager/Head Chef

Join Our Leadership Team at The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company

Established in 1994 by college friends Eliot Butler and Rob LoBreglio, our journey began with a shared vision: to create a Brewpub that celebrates diversity in brewing and offers a warm, made-from-scratch pub experience. We’re looking for leaders who share our vision of bringing people together, both within our pubs and in the broader community. If you’re ready to join a company that values your independence and leadership, while offering you a platform to grow and make a real difference, then The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company is the place for you.

We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, and genuine opportunities for career growth. As a manager with us, embrace the freedom to lead with autonomy. Your role is pivotal, empowering you to make significant decisions, tailor your schedule, and lead in a style that's uniquely yours.

We're seeking leaders who resonate with our vision of unity and community engagement. If you're eager to join a dynamic team that values independence and impactful leadership, The Great Dane is your next adventure. Here, you're more than a manager; you're a key contributor to a community-focused business that has thrived on bringing people together for more than 30 years. Join us, and be a part of something truly special.

JOB ROLE & DUTIES: As the Kitchen Manager, it is your duty to understand and manage all of the inner workings of the Great Dane Kitchen and Food Program. You will work closely with a team of managers, both FOH & BOH, to ensure everything runs smoothly and that you’re providing the best experience to the customers.

Your duties include but are not limited to:

• Managing a team of nearly 30 BOH people
• Train and oversee BOH team including hiring, onboarding, training & development
• Oversee systems compliance of prep procedures, line checks, cleaning duties
• Ensuring each day has the proper staffing for successful shift operations
• Payroll oversight
• Responding to guest feedback
• Performing daily Administrative tasks in communication with our accountant
• Ensuring location mechanicals and are in working order or repair
• Communication of all pertinent information in and out of your location to fellow management, staff, and Administration of the Great Dane
• BOH specific ordering, inventory, and cost control duties
• Manage in partnership, and with oversight of the General Manager and Executive Team to ensure all BOH operations are performed up to Health Dep & Great Dane standards.
• Understanding of & participation in monthly budgetary goals, financials, and the ability to adjust operations to achieve said goals.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Passionate about hospitality and building a team that works together
• Understands the importance of knowing the numbers behind the business and adjusting accordingly
• Provides stellar service to every guest
• Works to empower your employees and are constantly driven to learn and develop your team
• Committed to improving structures and processes

NECESSARY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ Years of BOH Hospitality Management experience
• ServSafe® Manager Certification a plus but not required
• Strong professional communication and computer skills for ordering systems, company emails & blogs, and excel programs.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong leadership & people managing skills

BENEFITS:

• $55k-$60k salary after probationary period
• Health and dental insurance options after a probationary period.
• Paid Time Off including Parental/Bereavement Leave & sick days
• Monthly discretionary bonus program
• Free Great Dane food, beer and merch
• Continuing personal and professional development

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Kitchen management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• ServSafe Manager Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person