Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

The Stray Dog Bar & Grill is looking for a passionate and experienced Kitchen Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, hardworking, and ready to lead by example under the supervision of our Director of Culinary Operations. Pay is commensurate with experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Oversee consistent, high-quality production of menu items across several kitchen stations according to recipes, preparation methods, and presentation guidelines.
• Reinforce policies and procedures according to The Stray Dog guidelines.
• Implement daily checklists and routines to ensure adherence to safety policies, sanitation and food storage regulations, and company procedures.
• Energize and motivate the BOH team with a positive work environment.
• Help recruit, train, and monitor performance of BOH team members.
• Ensure the continuing education of employees to maintain a high level of skill in the performance of their duties.
• Assist in managing inventory and costs as directed by the Director of Culinary Operations.
• Bridge communication between FOH AND BOH to ensure smooth operations.
• Work on the line or assist wherever needed during service as necessary.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• 2 years of relevant kitchen supervisory experience.
• Availability during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong skills in communication, organization, leadership, and teamwork.
• Proficient in food and beverage safety and service techniques.
• Ability to supervise employees effectively and ensure positive guest experiences
• Knowledge of or ability to learn POS Systems (Squirrel preferred).
• Ability to stand, move, and walk for multiple hours.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive base pay commensurate with experience.
• Restaurant closure on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• Health insurance after probationary period*
• PTO accrual after probationary period*
• *subject to employment type and eligibility requirements.