Assistant Kitchen Manager

Coma Coffee Roasters; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + growth opportunities

Fun, lively atmosphere

Employee discounts on food, drinks, &­

Locally owned business

Job summary

Sharks Restaurant & Billiards in Shawnee is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to help lead our back-of-house team and keep the kitchen running smoothly in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.

You will support daily operations, supervise staff, manage ordering and food costs, and ensure health and safety compliance while collaborating with front-of-house leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen supervisory or lead cook experience.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and cost controls.
• Ability to lead by example in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• 18+ years old with availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Kitchen Manager in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to deliver consistent, high-quality food.
• Assist with ordering, inventory control, and food cost management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Jump in on the line, during prep, or managing expo to keep service smooth.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership to maintain communication and workflow between kitchen and service staff.

Job description

Sharks Restaurant & Billiards has been Shawnee’s home for great food, drinks, and nonstop entertainment since 2006. With a 14,000 sq. ft. venue featuring billiards, darts, golf simulators, arcade games, projection screens, and a full-service bar and kitchen, we’re more than just a restaurant—we’re an experience.

We’re looking for an Assistant Kitchen Manager who can help lead our back-of-house team, maintain food quality, and keep the kitchen running like clockwork in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Kitchen Manager in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations.

• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to deliver consistent, high-quality food.

• Assist with ordering, inventory control, and food cost management.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.

• Jump in where needed—whether on the line, during prep, or managing expo—to keep service smooth.

• Collaborate with FOH leadership to maintain great communication and workflow between kitchen and service staff.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in a kitchen supervisory or lead cook role (Assistant Kitchen Manager or equivalent preferred).

• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and cost controls.

• Ability to lead by example in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Must be 18+ with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Perks of the Job

• Competitive pay + growth opportunities.

• Work in a fun, lively atmosphere where hospitality meets entertainment.

• Employee discounts on food, drinks, and games.

• Be part of a locally owned business that values its team and community.

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Sharks, you’ll do more than just manage a kitchen—you’ll be part of a team that creates experiences. From late-night bites to game-day favorites, you’ll help deliver food that keeps guests coming back while growing your leadership career in the restaurant industry.

Ready to bring your leadership to the Sharks kitchen? Apply today!