Assistant Kitchen Manager

Perkins; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Kitchen Manager, where you'll oversee kitchen operations and ensure guest satisfaction. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including educational assistance and flexible scheduling. If you're passionate about providing excellent service and want to be part of a team that values its employees, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Educational assistance

Complimentary laptop

Daily Pay

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Flexible scheduling

Meal discounts

Employee discount program

Development pathway

Qualifications

• Basic skills in sanitation, safety, and customer service.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen staff to ensure daily goals are met.
• Maintain a clean and safe facility.
• Monitor food temperatures to reduce illness risks.

Skills

Sanitation skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS!

Enjoy educational assistance with DeVry University, including a complimentary laptop**.

Immediate family members are also eligible.

Competitive pay with service award incentives.

Get paid daily through Daily Pay!

Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more!***

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

Flexible scheduling options.

All-you-can-eat pancakes and meal discounts!

Employee discount program.

Development pathway: a step-by-step process to grow your career.

Earn 3 college credit hours upon completing manager training****.

Founded in 1958, Perkins operates 324 restaurants across 32 states and four Canadian provinces. The system includes 85 company-owned and 234 franchised units. Perkins Restaurant & Bakery remains committed to providing personalized service and delicious, homestyle food at great value.

Perkins has a proven track record of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction. If you want to work and grow with a company that values its employees and industry excellence, you're in the right place!

Position Description

As Assistant Kitchen Manager, you will oversee kitchen staff to ensure daily goals and tasks are met, maximizing guest satisfaction and maintaining a positive work environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Work cooperatively with the Kitchen Manager to keep expenses within budget and suggest operational improvements.
2. Keep the General Manager/Kitchen Manager informed of issues and propose solutions.
3. Maintain a clean and safe facility.
4. Monitor food temperatures to reduce foodborne illness risks.
5. Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
6. Coordinate with vendors for supplies and equipment.
7. Perform kitchen walk-throughs and temperature checks.
8. Assist with ordering and receiving supplies, and supervise stocking.
9. Support all kitchen operations as needed.

Qualifications:

• Basic skills in sanitation, safety, and customer service, taught through in-house training.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Physical Requirements / Environment / Work Conditions:

• High mobility and flexibility.
• Ability to work irregular hours under stress during peak times.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• High coordination skills.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
• Able to fit through a 30” wide opening.
• Frequent reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors.
• Continuous standing and walking.

Benefits & Perks:

Details to be provided by the employer.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not exhaustive and may include other duties and responsibilities as required. It reflects the principal elements essential for performance, development, and compensation decisions.