Kitchen Manager

Dave & Buster's; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant and entertainment sector is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead its kitchen operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality, and overseeing cost management in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for career growth in a dynamic work atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus program

Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Buster’s Legacy Fund for team support during tough times

401K matching plan

Free food and gameplay

Multiple managers per shift for support

Fun work environment

Career growth opportunities with two brands under one roof

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a talented BOH team, including hiring and training.
• Manage food costs, waste, and kitchen labor costs.
• Collaborate with management to drive financial results.

Skills

Food Cost Management

Team Leadership

Business Acumen

Communication

Job description

Job Description:

THE KITCHEN MANAGER: The HEART of our operations. As the leader of the kitchen, KMs are the culinary experts responsible for maintaining optimal kitchen conditions. 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 can work at any station and lead any team.
• You can handle 100K days and work an average of 50 hours per week.
• You enjoy new menu rollouts and introducing new food items 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
• Availability to work weekends, nights, and holidays
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions

Daily Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a talented BOH team, including hiring and training.
• Create a safe, sanitary, and secure environment for guests and staff.
• Manage food costs, waste, and kitchen labor costs.
• Implement and monitor safe food-handling procedures.
• Collaborate with management to drive financial results and profitability.

PERKS!

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonus program
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Buster’s Legacy Fund for team support during tough times
• 401K matching plan
• Free food and gameplay
• Multiple managers per shift for support
• Fun work environment
• Career growth opportunities with two brands under one roof

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

Salary Range: $60,889 - $71,636

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