Assistant Kitchen Manager

Chicken N Pickle; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef / Assistant Kitchen Manager to join their vibrant team. In this exciting role, you'll work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food preparation and guest experiences. Your expertise in menu planning, team management, and compliance with sanitation regulations will be key to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity not only allows you to showcase your culinary skills but also to contribute to a workplace that values community and quality. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Competitive Pay + Bonus Opportunities

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Vacation time

Volunteer PTO days

Discounts on pickleball, dining and events

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Assistant Kitchen Manager.
• Hands-on experience with menu planning and ingredient ordering.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily Back of House operations and supervise food prep.
• Monitor and develop kitchen teammates and evaluate performance.

Skills

Team Management

Conflict Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Menu Planning

Sanitation Guidelines Compliance

Physical Stamina

Education

Culinary School Certification

Degree in Restaurant Management

Job description

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef / Assistant Kitchen Manager!

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment? Are you passionate about team development and delivering top-notch guest experiences? If so, Chicken N Pickle is looking for you!

As our Assistant Kitchen Manager, you will work closely with our Executive Chef and supervise kitchen teammates. We are looking for someone who has experience planning menus and ordering ingredients, and has proven work as a Sous Chef or Assistant Kitchen Manager. We are looking for good communication, organizational, and conflict management skills.

In This Role, You Will

• Coordinate daily Back of House operations and supervise food prep, recipe execution, and supervise catering events.
• Monitor and develop new and current kitchen teammates, and evaluate staff performance and provide feedback.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations and maintain a fully-stocked kitchen inventory, control operational costs, and evaluate the kitchen's areas to improve.
• Estimate kitchen's needs for goods, and create detailed reports weekly, monthly, and annually for revenues and expenses.
• Participate in the active environment of Chicken N Pickle, with the employees averaging around 10 thousand steps per day.

Join us and be part of an entertainment provider that values authenticity, community, and quality. Apply today and bring your culinary expertise to Chicken N Pickle, where we blend food, fun, and entertainment to create unique guest experiences!

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Sous Chef, or Assistant Kitchen Manager
• Bilingual strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
• Ability to follow all sanitation guidelines set by the state/county
• Excellent physical condition and stamina, on feet for eight hours and able to lift 50 pounds. Excellent organizational skills
• Conflict management abilities
• Very good communication skills, bilingual preferred
• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
• Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus
• Perform in an active, fast paced, indoor and outdoor venue, during inclement weather, with flexibility to work during evenings, weekends and holidays

Benefits

• Competitive Pay + Bonus Opportunities
• Healthcare: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time
• Volunteer PTO days
• Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays
• Employee Perks: Discounts on pickleball, dining and events

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Restaurants