Assistant Manager — Lead Kitchen Team (Flexible Schedules)

Zaxbys; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicken Salad Chick is seeking an Assistant Manager to supervise daily operations, train and recognize top talent, and ensure exceptional guest service. You will lead with a focus on food quality, safety, and efficient service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes planning, coaching, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen while aligning with company goals and a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Allocate at least two hours per week to planning.
• Focus on systematically and effectively communicating kitchen goals to team.
• Combine critical thinking and practical leadership to foster innovation.
• Coach and give direction to staff.
• Build relationships with a multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a passion for the business and managing overall operations.
• Find, train, develop and recognize the best people.
• Manage daily activities to ensure guests receive excellent customer service.
• Demonstrate a strong awareness for food quality and safety.
• Adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities.
• Display urgency to achieve fast speed of service.
• Maintain attention to detail in procedures.
• Execute systems for a clean environment.
• Promote food safety in the work environment.
• Ensure organization and appearance of the kitchen.

Job description

Chicken Salad Chick is seeking an Assistant Manager to supervise daily operations, train and recognize top talent, and ensure exceptional guest service. You will lead with a focus on food quality, safety, and efficient service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes planning, coaching, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen while aligning with company goals and a people-first culture.