Assistant Kitchen Manager

Job Purpose :

This position requires a skilled culinary professional with the ability to maintain our high standards of quality and guest satisfaction. The position provides an opportunity to grow and advance while enjoying a friendly and enjoyable work environment.

The Assistant Kitchen Manager is responsible for assisting the Kitchen Manager in all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation, and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control, sanitation, and cleanliness. One must be willing to collaborate and train others in a solid team environment alongside the Kitchen Manager.

Qualifications :

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line, broiler, sauté' pastry cook, and expediter.
• At least 2 years experience in a lead chef role.
• Must be Serv-Safe certified.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, banquet, and FOH staff and guests.
• Work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Experience in managing a team, while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles.
• Some experience in facilitating and effectively executing training of kitchen staff.
• Understanding of managing inventory, costs of goods, and overall control of financials
• Ability to workdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Desired Characteristics

Duties and Responsibilities

Culinary Experience / Food Preparation :

Team Development :

Operations / Safety Management :