Guy Fieri's Foxwoods Kitchen + Bar - Kitchen Manager

DeKalb Health; Mashantucket (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Night Entertainment Group is seeking a Kitchen Manager to support the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs, ensure recipes, portions, cooking and serving standards are followed, and coach the team for efficiency and quality.

Requires at least 4 years in a fast-paced restaurant, valid ServSafe/Food Safety Certification, and ability to work nights, weekends and holidays. This on-site role is based in Mashantucket, CT. Email [e-mail] to apply.

Qualifications

• You have at least 4 years previous experience in a fast-paced bar/restaurant.
• You present a neat and professional appearance.
• You are able to work in a high volume/fast paced work environment.
• You have understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
• You have the ability to work at efficient and consistent pace.
• You are able to communicate effectively and accurately with co-workers.
• You are able to demonstrate teamwork with other staff members.
• You have flexibility with schedule which includes nights, weekends and holidays.
• You are able to work on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Valid ServSafe/Food Safety Certification.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs to ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
• Assisting with the preparation, portioning, and garnish foods in accordance with set recipes, cooking methods and portion sizes
• Monitoring and managing those that are preparing food on a daily basis; assigning daily tasks and coaching through task if needed
• Ensuring a sense of urgency from all team members at all times
• Assisting with cooking and carving meats, preparing dishes and sauces
• Assisting with the maintenance of stations in practicing good safety, sanitation and organizational skills; training team members to maintain stations and practice good safety, sanitation and organizational skills
• Ensuring quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures including good personal hygiene, cleaning of surfaces and sweeping of floors, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to standards and procedures
• Observing safety and security procedures, determining appropriate action beyond guidelines and reporting potentially unsafe conditions
• Checking and maintaining proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Stamina

Education

High school

Job description

• Location 350 Trolley Line Blvd,Mashantucket, CT, 06338,United States
• Base Pay $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Back-of-House, Management, Full-Time
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description

As a Kitchen Manager, a typical day might include the following:

• Supporting the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs to ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
• Assisting with the preparation, portioning, and garnish foods in accordance with set recipes, cooking methods and portion sizes
• Monitoring and managing those that are preparing food on a daily basis; assigning daily tasks and coaching through task if needed
• Ensuring a sense of urgency from all team members at all times
• Assisting with cooking and carving meats, preparing dishes and sauces
• Assisting with the maintenance of stations in practicing good safety, sanitation and organizational skills; training team members to maintain stations and practice good safety, sanitation and organizational skills
• Ensuring quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures including good personal hygiene, cleaning of surfaces and sweeping of floors, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to standards and procedures
• Observing safety and security procedures, determining appropriate action beyond guidelines and reporting potentially unsafe conditions
• Checking and maintaining proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

This job might be for you if you demonstrate the following abilities and meet the following qualifications:

• You have at least 4 years previous experience in a fast-paced bar/restaurant
• You present a neat and professional appearance
• You are able to work in a high volume/fast paced work environment
• You have understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station
• You have the ability to work at efficient and consistent pace
• You are able to communicate effectively and accurately with co-workers.
• You are able to demonstrate teamwork with other staff members
• You have flexibility with schedule which includes nights, weekends and holidays
• You are able to work on your feet for extended periods of time

Additional Experience Required

• Valid ServSafe/Food Safety Certification

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Hours

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential work functions.

• May be required to lift or move up to 30 lbs using proper lifting techniques and withstand long hours on your feet in a fast-paced, high energy environment
• Non-typical office hours will be customary including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Summary

Big Night Entertainment Group operates some of the hottest, cutting edge restaurants and nightclubs in New England such as Guy Fieri's Foxwoods Kitchen + Bar and Scorpion Bar. Fueled by driven, passionate people, Big Night is known for its consistent growth, cutting edge sophisticated design, superior cuisines and raising the bar in hospitality and service standards. Big Night is an employee focused company as recognized by our staff as the Boston Globe TOP place to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes team members with various backgrounds and experiences. We believe this enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout the community. All are encouraged to apply.

Big Night is always looking for talented, ambitious professionals to join our staff.If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to superior guest service, we want you to join our team today.

Big Night Entertainment Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Native Americans receive preference in accordance with Tribal Laws. All Native American applicants who wish to receive preference in hiring are required to self-report when filling out their application: http://www.mptnlaw.com/MERO/RightsNotice.pdf.