Kitchen Assistant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Kitchen Manager – Alley 25 Grill (Eastern Shore Lanes, Spanish Fort, AL)

Job Type: Full-Time | Days, Evenings, Weekends & Holidays Required
Pay: Based on experience

About Us

Alley 25 Grill, located inside Eastern Shore Lanes, is part of a locally owned family entertainment center featuring bowling, arcade, laser tag, and VIP lanes. Our kitchen team is the heart of our operation — serving quality food in a fun, fast-paced environment. We take pride in teamwork, consistency, and maintaining a clean and positive workspace.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a hands-on Assistant Kitchen Manager who’s ready to lead by example. This position works closely with the Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations, maintain food quality standards, and help manage a growing kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Kitchen Manager in daily operations and shift supervision.
• Lead kitchen staff during service; ensure smooth prep and line operations.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and organization standards.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and staff scheduling.
• Train and motivate team members to perform efficiently and professionally.
• Step into leadership role when the Kitchen Manager is off duty.
• Ensure excellent communication with front-of-house and management teams.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of kitchen leadership or shift lead experience.
• Strong cooking and prep skills with attention to quality and presentation.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Dependable, organized, and able to handle a fast-paced environment.
• ServeSafe certification preferred (or willing to obtain).
• Team-player attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunity to grow into a Kitchen Manager or Chef role.
• Supportive management team that values input and initiative.
• Employee discounts on food, bowling, and attractions.
• Fun, team-oriented environment in a locally owned business.

Eastern Shore Lanes is a family entertainment destination focused on delivering fun, exciting, and memorable experiences for guests of all ages. From bowling, arcade games, and laser tag to birthday parties, mini golf, go-karts, and food and beverages, we offer a wide variety of attractions in a high-energy, team-driven environment. We take pride in providing excellent customer service while creating a positive and enjoyable atmosphere for both our guests and team members.

Company Description

Eastern Shore Lanes is a family entertainment destination focused on delivering fun, exciting, and memorable experiences for guests of all ages. From bowling, arcade games, and laser tag to birthday parties, mini golf, go-karts, and food and beverages, we offer a wide variety of attractions in a high-energy, team-driven environment. We take pride in providing excellent customer service while creating a positive and enjoyable atmosphere for both our guests and team members.