Assistant Kitchen Manager

Assistant Kitchen Manager

The Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) supports the Kitchen Manager in overseeing back-of-house operations, driving excellence in areas such as staffing, food safety, inventory management, par levels, and overall plate presentation. The AKM is expected to work 45-50 hours per week, with a schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

To assist in ensuring the highest quality of food execution and providing an exceptional guest experience through food preparation and presentation.

Main Job Functions:

Operational Excellence Kitchen

• Maintain the highest standards of safety, security, and health within the kitchen by adhering to all Brand standards and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and sanitary regulations.
• Communicate new menu rollouts, ingredients, and plate presentations according to Brand standards.
• Support and ensure proper mise en place (prep) is completed in a timely manner to guarantee smooth AM/PM service.

Fiscal Responsibility Kitchen

• Assist in monitoring portion control and food preparation quantities to minimize waste.
• Regularly check food rotations (FIFO), proper date labeling of meats, dairy, and produce.
• Support waste control efforts by maintaining efficiency in ticket times, reducing comps, and ensuring proper protein temperatures.
• Monitor food costs by reviewing invoices, inventories, and vendor pricing under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager.

Staffing Kitchen

• Assist in recruiting and retaining strong back-of-house candidates.
• Help plan, organize, and direct the back-of-house team to meet daily standards.
• Support the development and training of back-of-house team members, including cross-training, internal development, and accountability.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to team members on their performance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and repetitive hand and wrist motions.
• Lifting products and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Working in a fast-paced, loud, and occasionally hot or physically demanding kitchen environment.
• Exposure to hot, cold, and hazardous kitchen equipment.

At-Will Statement & Job Description Disclaimer: This position is at-will. Managers have the right to resign or be terminated at any time, with or without notice or cause. This job description is intended to convey essential information about the role's scope and general nature. It is not exhaustive and may include other related duties as assigned.

Pay Transparency: The annual salary range depends on skill level, experience, and education, and is subject to local wage and hour laws.

We are an equal-opportunity employer that values our team members at all levels. In our culture-driven organization, led by Energy, Discovery, and Community, we pride ourselves on delivering a unique, best-in-class dining experience. We foster an inclusive environment, develop future leaders, and create growth opportunities. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.