Assistant Kitchen Manager

Pura Vida Miami; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; 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 is hiring an Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations, supervise staff, and ensure quality and safety standards across shifts.

You will collaborate with the Kitchen Manager on staffing, training, cost control, and menu execution while upholding company values and delivering a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a food production facility, fast paced restaurant or full dining service.
• Food Handler certification required.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

People leadership

Staff training

Health & safety

Food cost control

Scheduling

Operational excellence

Education

Culinary degree

Food Handler certification

Tools

POS software

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:

As an Assistant Kitchen Manager at Pura Vida Miami, your role encompasses a broad spectrum of duties pivotal to the operational success of our brand. The responsibilities outlined in this offer letter serve as a guideline and are inclusive, but not exhaustive:

• 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.