Assistant Kitchen Manager

Pura Vida Miami Llc; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness – Medical, Dental &

PTO

Discounted Meals

Growth Opportunities

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Job summary

Pura Vida Miami Llc is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and develop our kitchen team, ensuring high-quality prep, presentation, and food safety standards. You will collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to optimize operations, train staff, and uphold our hospitality values across shifts while managing costs.

The role requires experience in fast-paced environments, strong organizational skills, and flexibility to work closing shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a food production facility, fast-paced restaurant or full dining service.
• Local/municipal Food Handler certification where applicable.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Experience training and developing kitchen staff.
• Ability to work closing shifts and weekends.
• Comfortable using a computer and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to kitchen staff with the Kitchen Manager.
• Observe and evaluate employees’ performance and provide coaching as appropriate.
• Assist Kitchen Manager with recruitment, selection, promotion, and development of personnel.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Manager to streamline kitchen operations and manage food costs.
• Provide feedback on products and merchandise to align with quality standards.
• Ensure new menu items align with quality standards and procedures.
• Facilitate training sessions for kitchen staff on prep work and presentation.
• Model company vision and values to foster a positive work environment and teamwork.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Training

Food safety

POS software

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Culinary degree

Restaurant management degree

Tools

Point-of-Sale software

Computer literacy

Job description

We are a lifestyle brand!

We are on a mission to provide the world with simple, wholesome food and beverage items that fit today's lifestyle, offering an intimate, yet fast and consistent, experience to our customers.

We love and take pride in what we do, and we currently offer an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and ever-growing brand in this industry.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise and provide clear communication regarding job responsibilities and performance expectations to kitchen personnel in conjunction with the Kitchen Manager.
• Observe and evaluate employees’ performance and provide coaching as appropriate.
• Assist Kitchen Manager with recruitment, selection, promotion, management, development and progressive discipline of personnel.
• Assist the Kitchen Manager in developing and implementing action plans to improve operating results and personnel development.
• Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to streamline kitchen operations, maintain efficiency, and manage food costs effectively.
• Provide product feedback to the Kitchen Manager, including making recommendations regarding products and merchandise.
• Work alongside Kitchen Manager to guarantee that all new menu additions and product alterations align with our quality standards.
• Assist in implementing and managing kitchen and restaurant policies and procedures throughout shifts.
• Facilitate training sessions for kitchen staff, covering prep work techniques and presentation standards.
• Communicate and model the vision and values of the company to foster a positive work environment and teamwork.
• Monitor kitchen procedures to ensure strict compliance with local, state, and federal food handling regulations and standards.
• Ensure kitchen personnel comply with established policies, procedures, and customer satisfaction guidelines, including those contained in the Employee Handbook.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all kitchen positions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a food production facility, fast paced restaurant or full dining service etc.
• Local/municipal requirements, such as Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s own expense
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Experience in training and developing kitchen staff.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen setting.
• Flexibility to work closing shifts and during weekends.
• Ability to work well in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus
• Comfortable using a computer, navigating standard office and point-of-sale software
• Ability to bend and reach overhead often.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

BENEFITS:

• Health & Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
• PTO
• Discounted Meals
• Growth Opportunities
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

The general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job classification are contained in this job description. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, essential job functions, duties, skills required and other job requirements of personnel in this role. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time.

Pura Vida Miami is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe that building a team with diverse perspectives and experiences makes us stronger, more creative, and more connected to the communities we serve.