Assistant Kitchen Manager

Parker John's; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker John’s BBQ & Pizza is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager for our expanding operation in Wisconsin. Previous kitchen management experience is required, with 1–2 years preferred. The role emphasizes scheduling, shift execution, cost controls, and handling high-volume cooking tasks.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including fully paid health insurance, paid vacation, holiday pay, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for growth within our family-run company.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management experience is required.
• 1–2 years preferred.
• Experience with scheduling and cost controls is expected.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheduling and shifts across a five-day work week.
• Monitor food and labor costs and ordering.
• Oversee high-volume cooking and banquets when required.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Kitchen management

Scheduling

Shift running

Cost controls

Food ordering

High-volume cooking

Catering experience

Physical stamina

Job description

Currently accepting resumes for our Assistant Kitchen Manager position for our newest addition in Wausau when it opens later this year or possibly Stevens Point if that area suits you more. We are the hottest new restaurant in central Wisconsin. Previous kitchen management experience is required. 1 -2 years preferred.

Parker John’s BBQ & Pizza is a full service, 7 day a week operation. We currently own and operate five Parker John’s BBQ and Pizza locations. Management can expect a five-day work week along with a generous compensation package including fully paid group health insurance, complimentary food and beverage, 2 Weeks paid vacation Plus 4 Holiday Days Paid and a company matching retirement plan. We are closed on 4 Major holidays Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving & Easter so that you can spend time with your family.

A preferred candidate would have experience in all facets of kitchen management , including, but not limited to scheduling, running shifts, food and labor cost controls, ordering, high volume cooking and ability to work the majority of the shift on their feet. Experience in catering and banquet service is preferred but not required. Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds frequently. In return for this great experience, we offer a unique culture in the restaurant business. We are a family run business and our management and staff are considered an extension of our family. We offer continued career advancement, a growing company and opportunities to work at our other locations if relocation is of interest.

Job Type: Full-time

Supplemental Pay:

• 401(k) matching
• 100% Paid Individual Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Bonus opportunities 4 times a year (every quarter)