Kitchen Manager

Kitchen ManagerThe Kitchen Manager (KM) is responsible for supporting the Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM) in all culinary operations of a Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux while exhibiting leadership and direction to the Heart of House (HOH) team. The KM must have the ability to support a high volume, creative, scratch kitchen through an impeccable recipe and spec knowledge, culinary techniques, and experience. He or she must be able to excel in a culinary-driven environment with the freshest ingredients, the cleanest kitchen, top-of-the-line equipment, and high operating standards. The KM must promote a fun and welcoming work environment through positive reinforcement and teamwork. The KM must be able to motivate, coach, teach, develop, and inspire the Heart of House team to provide each guest with memorable food. Finally, the KM must support the EKM in his or her endeavor to build sales and maximize financial success through controlled food and labor costs.Job Duties:Ensures proper staffing levels by recruiting and interviewing talented kitchen staff members following company guidelinesManages HOH team, including scheduling, performance feedback, and disciplineResponsible for motivating the team daily to create and ensure a fun and successful work environmentResponsible for maintaining the highest food quality from the back door to the guest's tableIs responsible for ongoing training and professional development of all Heart of House (HOH) team membersResponsible for maintaining and exceeding all Walk-On's standards and holding the team to the same standardsEffectively communicates with the management team and corporate team to ensure effective and efficient operations without issueEffectively builds trust with team members and fellow management by providing clear and honest communication and feedbackResponsible for completing all operational tasks assigned by EKM or GM, while also holding him or herself responsible for the completionResponsible for the adherence to all kitchen systemsResponsible for proper inventory proceduresResponsible for supporting and reinforcing the highest food quality standards for the restaurant at all times through Walk-On's systems and standardsResponsible for adhering to Walk-On's/Ecosure safety and sanitation guidelinesResponsible for the financial success of the HOH through proper food costs, inventory levels, minimal waste, and labor costs.Responsible for creating an atmosphere where fellow managers and team members can thrive and enjoy their work.Is an expert and is constantly aware of all current metrics of sales, profitability, COGs, Labor, and other costs.Responsible for contributing thoughtful and impactful input to weekly manager meetingsResponsible for leading by example, ensuring "the team is put before him or herself" mentality is maintained at all levelsResponsible for setting the standard in both work ethic and attitude Hold him or herself and the team accountable for all wins and lossesAny other duties as assigned by your supervisor.Skills/Qualifications:Must have 2 years of kitchen management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career trackingStrong communication and leadership skillsCulinary school background a plus