Assistant Kitchen Manager

El Encanto Restaurants; Cave Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

El Encanto Mexican Restaurants is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations and staff in creating an exceptional culinary experience. This role involves managing daily kitchen tasks, supervising staff, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while promoting a positive work environment. Join a family-oriented team that values professional development and offers great benefits!

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation

Bonus programs for salaried managers

Structured training program for development

Career growth opportunities

Free meals on shifts

50% off for all other meals

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen or culinary team preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards required.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage inventory and control food costs effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Training and Development

Inventory Management

Quality Control

Job description

El Encanto Mexican Restaurants in Cave Creek, Arizona is actively seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to come grow with us!

Do you have experience leading a kitchen or maybe you are looking for a company that believes developing people is the most important thing we can do while creating an exceptional culinary experience for our guests!

Are you passionate about creating an authentic Mexican culinary experience for your guests? If the answer is yes, then we should talk about it and what your future looks like with El Encanto!

About Us

The original El Encanto Restaurant and Cantina opened in 1989 in the center of Cave Creek, Arizona. Its success allowed us to expand the Sights, Sounds, and Tastes of Mexico to two additional locations and we're growing! We are well known for our authentic Mexican cuisine and enchanting old-world Mexican settings. All of the Mexican cuisine at El Encanto is authentic and handmade, from the freshest ingredients, and is considered by many to be the best Mexican food in the Valley.

El Encanto is committed to a quality work-life balance. Industry leading - Our AKM's typically work a 45-50-hour work week and enjoy two days off every week! Yes, it's true!

The Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) at El Encanto supports the Kitchen Manager in all of his/her responsibilities. The AKM is responsible for all aspects of managing kitchen operations and the kitchen staff. Including prep, dish and cook teams. Is able to work all line stations and knowledgeable of all prep items. Ability to train, develop and hold others accountable to El Encanto policies and food safety standards. Participates in food ordering/purchasing. Inventory cost control procedures.

The Asst Kitchen Manager (AKM) must at all times promote, work and act in manner consistent with the Mission Statement and Core Values of El Encanto Restaurants.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES

Oversee daily operations of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking ticket times, and presentation. Leading team on the line during shift volume with focus on quality and speed.

Interview, train, and supervise staff providing feedback on performance.
Ensure that each new hire is trained according to El Encanto Training Procedures.
Hold self and team accountable to follow all safety and quality standards.

Manage inventory and control food costs by monitoring portion sizes and minimizing waste.

Manage back of house labor costs effectively including event labor costs.

El Encanto also provides the following:

• Excellent benefits and perks, including health, dental, vision 401(k)
• Restaurants are closed on several major holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Superbowl Sunday.
• Paid Vacation
• Bonus programs for salaried managers.
• Additional bonuses for successful health inspections and safety results.
• Structured training program focused for your development path.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Two annual staff party celebrations.
• Free meals on shifts, plus monthly house account allowances for managers
• 50% off for all other meals and family discounts
• House Accounts for salaried managers

Our incredible El Encanto family creates generations of memories from a family-oriented environment with an amazing culture.

We offer a great benefits package with fun and reliable collaboration that is enjoyed throughout the year!