Back-of-House Lead & Kitchen Operations Coach

Outback Steakhouse; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

Outback Steakhouse is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support back-of-house operations and lead a team with a coaching attitude. You will maintain kitchen standards, ensure food quality, and help manage daily tasks and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with strong coaching skills, capable of guiding the kitchen team, maintaining inventory, and upholding Bloomin' Brands quality standards. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Certified trainer in back-of-house functions.
• Passing grade in Assessment testing.
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Minimum 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high employment standards consistent with Bloomin' Brands policies.
• Assist in set ups for the opening crew in the kitchen.
• Check schedule for in-coming team members.
• Adhere to and coach on security procedures.
• Evaluate the close from night before.
• Review daily inventory.
• Prepare to receive orders.
• Track shelf-life adherence.
• Check temps on freezer, dish machine and refrigeration units before prepping.
• Learn flavor profiles and specifications of menu items.
• Follow recipe cards with no compromise.
• Review daily sanitation checklists and conduct checks.
• Conduct daily health inspections.
• Adhere to sanitation, temperature and food safety standards.
• Work the flow and timeliness of tickets to ensure exceptional cook times.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Back-of-house

Job description

Outback Steakhouse is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support back-of-house operations and lead a team with a coaching attitude. You will maintain kitchen standards, ensure food quality, and help manage daily tasks and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with strong coaching skills, capable of guiding the kitchen team, maintaining inventory, and upholding Bloomin' Brands quality standards. This role requires flexibility and a commitment to excellence.