Assistant Culinary Manager: Lead, Mentor & Shine

Kona Brewing Hawaii; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and 401K benefits

40% off all merchandise, food and beer

Job summary

Kona Brewing Hawaii is seeking an Assistant Culinary Manager in Hawaii who will support the Culinary Manager, lead shifts, coach the team, and ensure quality and efficiency in a high-volume kitchen. You’ll help manage inventory, costs, and scheduling while upholding food safety and sanitation standards.

This role focuses on leadership development, collaboration, and delivering great food and hospitality in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities to grow into a stronger kitchen leader.

Qualifications

• Solid culinary or restaurant experience in a high-volume environment.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• English fluency and solid math skills (Spanish is a plus)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and handle the physical demands of the kitchen

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading day-to-day kitchen operations alongside the Culinary Manager
• Step into a leadership role during shifts, ensuring smooth execution and strong communication
• Help coach, train, and support kitchen team members so they can succeed and grow
• Lead or support pre-shift take a knee meetings that keep the team informed and energized
• Ensure recipes, plating, and specs are followed with consistency and quality
• Monitor ticket times, food quality, and kitchen flow during service
• Support inventory, ordering, and prep systems to keep the kitchen dialed in
• Jump in wherever needed, you’re not above any station
• Assist with food cost controls, waste management, and inventory accuracy
• Support scheduling and labor management efforts
• Partner with the Culinary Manager on menu execution and continuous improvement
• Maintain high standards for cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation
• Model our Purpose and Values every day through your actions
• Be a positive, approachable presence in the kitchen
• Help create a team environment where people feel respected, supported, and motivated
• Act as a bridge between team members and leadership

Skills

Culinary/restaurant experience

Computer skills

Communication

Teamwork

English fluency

Math skills

Flexible schedule

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Kona Brewing Hawaii is seeking an Assistant Culinary Manager in Hawaii who will support the Culinary Manager, lead shifts, coach the team, and ensure quality and efficiency in a high-volume kitchen. You’ll help manage inventory, costs, and scheduling while upholding food safety and sanitation standards.

This role focuses on leadership development, collaboration, and delivering great food and hospitality in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities to grow into a stronger kitchen leader.