Kitchen Assistance Manager/Head cook

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement

• Assist the Kitchen Manager with daily kitchen operations
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff during shifts
• Help train and develop new and current employees
• Maintain food quality, consistency, portioning, and presentation
• Ensure recipes and Olympia standards are followed
• Complete and maintain daily prep lists
• Assist with inventory, product counts, and ordering
• Monitor food waste and proper product rotation
• Maintain proper food safety and sanitation standards
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and report needed repairs
• Ensure opening and closing duties are completed properly
• Communicate specials, 86'd items, and kitchen issues with FOH management
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Step into any kitchen position when needed

• Restaurant kitchen experience required
• Previous kitchen leadership or management experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Dependable and able to lead by example
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation
• Ability to coach employees and hold staff accountable
• Nights, weekends, and holiday availability required
• Illinois Food Handler certification required
• Food Protection Manager certification preferred

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent hours
• Shift meal
• Opportunity for advancement
• Hands-on management position with a locally owned restaurant