Job Description
OBJECTIVE / FUNCTION
Overseeing operations for all aspects of the kitchen and back of house. Ensure a positive dining experience. Maintaining QSC standards and ensuring compliance and protocols for all food and beverage as required by law.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout the kitchen area.
- Manage, recruit, interview, hire, train, schedule, and provide ongoing development of kitchen staff
- Ensure superior quality and execution of recipe standards
- Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Place food and supply orders
- Enforce safe work behaviors to maintain a safe environment
- Conduct inventory per company policy
- Complete line checks to ensure all stations are stocked with quality food and the equipment meets the restaurant's P&L and expense goals
- Monitor and improves food and labor costs
- Complete additional tasks as assigned
- Work directly with General Manager and/or Regional Kitchen Manager, as well as the Corporate Chef
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, sit and stoop. Must be able to lift or reach arms over head or below waist. Must be able to hold or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted. Must be able to see, hear and speak without accommodation.
ENVIROMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to work in well-lit or dimly lit areas. Must be able to work in moderately to extremely noisy areas. Must be able to work in various temperature settings or areas, such as temperature-controlled walk-in freezers, indoor areas exposed to outdoor weather conditions, or outdoor areas. Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous Kitchen Manager experience desired. Record of maintaining high standards in restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality, and guest satisfaction
PERSONALITY / OTHER
Must be confident and a great communicator with the ability to communicate in English, as well as oral and written communication skills. Must have a sense of urgency, ability to prioritize quickly, manage time effectively, and efficiently work under pressure/deadlines. Must be able to work varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays. Must present well to others in a positive and professional manner both internally and externally. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must possess and maintain a valid Food Handlers Certificate. Obtain any required alcohol service licensing requirements in ordinance with state liquor laws.
Bright, casual hangout with burgers, beers & plenty of widescreen TVs for sports viewing.