Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tommy; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Triple T Hospitality’s Tommy's Tavern + Tap in Mount Laurel, NJ is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support the Kitchen Manager in daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency. You will lead kitchen staff, manage inventory, perform food safety audits, train crew, and monitor ticket times to maintain fast, accurate service in a high‑volume environment.

This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, strict attention to detail, and the ability to stand

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in inventory and compliance.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Familiarity with inventory management software.
• Requires standing for extended periods.
• May involve lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and assist in daily operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and reduce waste.
• Oversee food preparation for consistency and quality.
• Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed.
• Coordinate with Restaurant Kitchen Manager on scheduling.
• Conduct line checks and food safety audits.
• Oversee ticket times and service pace.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Food safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Detail oriented

High-volume experience

Job description

Description

At Triple T Hospitality, our Mission is to achieve “GREATNESS”. Tommy's Tavern + Tap is a dynamic and fast-paced restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere, exceptional food, and outstanding service. We take pride in delivering a memorable dining experience to our guests while fostering a positive and growth-oriented work environment for our team. We believe that good isn’t good enough - GREATNESS is remembered.

Assistant Kitchen Manager

The Assistant Kitchen Manager will support the Restaurant Kitchen Manager in overseeing kitchen operations within a single restaurant location, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency. This role is integral in managing kitchen staff, inventory, and food safety, supporting the restaurant’s continued growth and success.

Requirements

• Exemplify the Triple T Hospitality Experience: Dedicate oneself to delivering GREAT guest service, consistently going above and beyond for both guests and team members.
• Schedule, coordinate, and appoint activities to kitchen staff.
• Supervise food preparation and cooking to maintain consistency and efficiency.
• Ensure accountability of kitchen staff.
• Identify staffing needs, recruit, and recommend candidates for hiring.
• Coach and develop crew members, fostering skill growth and teamwork.
• Implement and uphold kitchen safety protocols to create a secure working environment.
• Monitor ingredient inventory levels to ensure proper stock and minimize waste.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and enforce health and safety guidelines.
• Conducts Food & Safety audits.
• Conduct regular line checks to maintain consistency and quality in food preparation.
• Monitor ticket times throughout each shift to optimize food service speed.
• Conduct inventory checks and manage stock levels efficiently to ensure proper stock and minimize waste.
• Oversee food preparation to ensure recipe quality and accuracy.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation and presentation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Proven experience in a kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in managing inventory and compliance processes.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Familiarity with inventory management software.
• Requires standing for extended periods of up to 8-10 hours.
• May involve lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs.