Kitchen- Assistant Manager

Roche Bros. Supermarkets; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the retail sector is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant Manager to enhance kitchen operations and ensure top-notch customer service. This full-time role involves leading a team, managing inventory, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in kitchen management and a passion for delivering exceptional service. Join a supportive environment where your leadership can shine and contribute to the success of a vibrant kitchen team!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional cooking experience in the food industry.
• Successful experience in kitchen operations including merchandising and ordering.

Responsibilities

• Assist department manager to optimize resources in the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and legal regulations.

Skills

Kitchen Operations

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Servsafe Certification

Basic Computer Skills

Fluent in English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Point of Sale Systems

Job description

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Assist the department manager to effectively plan, organize, lead, coordinate, and optimize the materials and human resources in the kitchen department. The goal is to provide a variety of high-quality merchandise, appealingly displayed to maximize sales and profits while maintaining excellent customer service.

Starting pay: $19.25 per hour

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age with a High School diploma or equivalent
• Successful experience in kitchen operations (merchandising, ordering, inventory, pricing)
• Complete training in kitchen operations
• 3-5 years of professional cooking experience in the food industry
• Ability to work independently and display initiative
• Servsafe certification required
• Basic computer skills (email, Word)
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Availability to work based on store needs
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster an open, respectful, and team-oriented atmosphere
• Build a strong kitchen team following the “Golden Rule”
• Ensure excellent customer service and department presentation
• Conduct and facilitate team meetings
• Provide training and performance reviews for new staff
• Manage inventory, security, and expenses
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety, sanitation, and legal regulations
• Handle customer complaints effectively
• Maintain proper merchandising and product rotation
• Assist with scheduling, payroll, and record-keeping
• Monitor refrigeration and storage conditions
• Participate in ordering, receiving, and stocking products
• Minimize waste and control costs
• Train staff in food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Ensure safety procedures and cleanliness are upheld

Physical and Safety Considerations

Includes lifting, bending, working with equipment, exposure to noise, and hazardous substances, with specified frequencies.

Additional Details

• Full-time, mid-senior level management role in retail industry