Kitchen Manager

Levity Live, LLC; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Levity Live, LLC at the historic San Jose Improv is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen and back-of-house team. You will motivate staff, oversee setup, service, and breakdown nightly, and partner with events to deliver memorable guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has culinary and management experience, a ServSafe card, and a proven ability to control food costs while maintaining a high standard of sanitation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role within a restaurant or club.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• ServSafe Food Handler Card.
• Ability to work flexible hours, especially nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand or walk for an 8-10-hour shift.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Manage all operations for the kitchen back of house.
• Oversee the kitchen set-up, operation, and breakdown on a nightly basis.
• Train kitchen team on sanitation, recipes, and teamwork with the Front of House.
• Create schedules that meet operational needs regardless of staffing levels.
• Partner with Special Events, Front of House Leadership, and service staff to create exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain and monitor kitchen equipment ensuring functionality and safety.
• Manage expenses ensuring operational goals and food cost budgets are met.
• Take inventory and order items as needed in partnership with the Venue General Manager with a focus on controlling costs.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality mindset

Analytical skills

Food safety knowledge

ServSafe certification

Education

Culinary Arts or Hospitality degree

Job description

Are you looking for a new opportunity in entertainment? The historic San Jose Improv is seeking a passionate Kitchen Manager to join our operations team!

Job summary:

The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for creating a positive environment to the kitchen and back of house staff while motivating them to succeed. The ideal candidate will have both culinary and management experience and can provide direction to back of house staff, ensuring execution of all employee duties to guarantee maximum guest satisfaction and a quality work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all operations for the kitchen back of house.
• Oversee the kitchen set-up, operation, and breakdown on a nightly basis.
• Train kitchen team members on sanitation, recipes, and teamwork with the Front of House.
• Create schedules that meet the operational needs regardless of staffing levels.
• Partner with Special Events, Front of House Leadership, and service staff to create exceptional experiences for the guest.
• Maintain and monitor all kitchen equipment ensuring functionality and safety.
• Manage expenses ensuring operational goals and food cost budgets are met.
• Take inventory and order items as needed in partnership with the Venue General Manager with a focus on controlling costs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certificate or Degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role within a restaurant or club.
• Have a passion for hospitality.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• ServSafe Food Handler Card ensuring compliance with any county or state requirements.
• Strong analytical and math skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, especially nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to create strong relationships with other leaders at the Venue.
• Ability to stand or walk for an 8-10-hour shift.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

With past performances from Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Freddie Prinze, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham, and Dave Chappelle, the Improv stands as the institution for comedy in the United States. Currently activating over 22 locations, the Improv stands as the largest network of comedy clubs in the country, with its mission to represent the artform through a diverse roster of talent from headlining acts and A-list celebrities to podcasts and open mics.

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