Kitchen Manager

Dave & Buster's; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic entertainment venue is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage a skilled culinary team, and ensure financial success through efficient management of food costs and team performance. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and room for career growth within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus program

Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K matching plan

Free food and gameplay

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age.
• 3+ years of experience in the restaurant/hospitality industry.
• Proven kitchen management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the back-of-house team.
• Create a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Manage food costs and kitchen labor costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost Management

Team Development

Business Acumen

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, motivate, and manage an elite team of back-of-house employees while controlling 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 an inspiring way that motivates fun!
• You can work at any station and lead any team.
• You can handle high-volume days and work an average of 50 hours per week.
• You enjoy introducing new menu items and delighting guests.
• You seek instant satisfaction by improving experiences and elevating team performance.

Requirements:

• 21+ years of age
• 3+ years of experience in restaurant/hospitality industry
• 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 working in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distractions

Daily Responsibilities:

• Lead, hire, train, develop, and retain a talented BOH team.
• Create a safe, secure, sanitary environment for guests and staff.
• Manage food costs, waste, and kitchen labor costs.
• Ensure safe food-handling procedures are followed.
• 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 difficult times
• 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: 90,114 - 106,017