Kitchen Manager

Dave & Buster's; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment and dining venue is seeking a passionate Kitchen Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires culinary expertise, management skills, and the ability to lead a diverse team to ensure exceptional guest experiences. The Kitchen Manager will be integral to driving profitability and launching new menu items while fostering a fun atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus program

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Buster’s Legacy Fund

401K matching plan

Free food and gameplay

Fun work environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant/hospitality experience.
• Proficient in managing food costs and labor.
• Strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead, hire, train, and retain a talented BOH team.
• Manage food costs, waste, and kitchen labor costs.
• Ensure safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Cost Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description:

THE KITCHEN MANAGER: the HEART of our operations. As the leader of the kitchen, KMs are the culinary experts who ensure our kitchens operate smoothly. You will select and motivate an elite team of back-of-house employees and manage costs to ensure the financial success of the location.

What we are looking for!

• You thrive in a fast-paced, multi-faceted restaurant/entertainment environment.
• You communicate in a way that inspires FUN!
• You are capable of working at any station and leading a team.
• You can handle high-volume days and work an average of 50 hours per week.
• You enjoy launching new menu items and introducing them to guests.
• You seek instant satisfaction by improving experiences and elevating team performance.

Requirements:

• 21+ years of age
• 3+ years of restaurant/hospitality experience
• Proficient in managing food costs and labor
• Ability to lead a team to create memorable guest experiences
• Proven kitchen management experience
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distractions

Daily Responsibilities:

• Lead, hire, train, develop, and retain a talented BOH team.
• Create a safe, sanitary, and secure environment for guests and staff.
• Manage food costs, waste, and kitchen labor costs.
• Practice and enforce safe food handling procedures.
• Collaborate with management to drive financial results and profitability.

Perks!

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonus program
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Buster’s Legacy Fund for supporting team members in need
• 401K matching plan
• Free food and gameplay
• Large leadership team with multiple managers per shift
• Fun work environment
• Career growth opportunities with two brands under one roof—Dave & Buster’s and Main Event Entertainment

Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range:

67,339 - 79,222

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