Assistant Kitchen Manager/Kitchen Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Lead an iconic Asheville kitchen with creative input, real responsibility, and room to grow.Pack's Tavern is hiring a Assistant Kitchen Manager/Kitchen Lead for our downtown Asheville restaurant.Pay: Starting at $60,000 per year, based on experienceSchedule: Full-time management position, nights and weekends as neededBenefits: Health, dental, vision, paid vacation, shift mealsThis is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys the pace of a busy kitchen, takes pride in great food, and wants to be involved in more than daily service.You'll help lead the kitchen during shifts, support expo, keep standards consistent, and work with the team to keep service running smoothly. You'll also be involved in the planning and creative side of the kitchen, including ordering, inventory, prep planning, scheduling support, specials, menu testing, and new food ideas.Pack's Tavern is family-owned, not corporate-run. We're looking for someone who wants to lead, contribute, and help run a kitchen that is organized, consistent, and enjoyable to be part of.What You'll DoHelp lead daily kitchen operations in a high-volume restaurantRun expo and support the line during serviceMaintain quality, presentation, timing, cleanliness, and food safety standardsAssist with ordering, inventory, prep planning, and kitchen organizationHelp with scheduling and team communicationContribute ideas for specials, menu updates, and new food itemsCoach and support kitchen staff while holding standards highCommunicate clearly with the Executive Chef, FOH managers, and ownershipWhat We're Looking ForPrevious sous chef, kitchen lead, or kitchen management experienceExperience in a fast-paced kitchenStrong communication and problem-solving skillsProfessional, respectful leadership styleGood organization and follow-throughInterest in food, specials, and menu developmentAvailability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as neededWhat We OfferFull-time management roleCompetitive salary based on experienceMedical, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation:2 weeks after 1 year3 weeks after 3 years4 weeks after 5 yearsShift mealsFamily-owned work environmentScheduled time for ordering, inventory, prep planning, and specials developmentCreative input on specials and menu ideasOpportunity to grow within the companyPack's Tavern and The Century Room are family-owned and operated in the heart of downtown Asheville. We're looking for a strong kitchen leader who wants to take pride in the food, the team, and the way the kitchen runs.Please submit your resume to apply.Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.