Kitchen Manager

Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Center; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant family-owned restaurant that values its team members as family. As a Back-of-House Manager, you will lead a dynamic kitchen crew, ensuring exceptional culinary experiences while managing food safety and costs. This role offers opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment, where your leadership will cultivate a culture of respect, cleanliness, and fun. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and want to make a difference in a community-focused establishment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health & 401k Benefits

Bonuses

Paid-Time Off

Daily Pay

Free Bowling, Laser Tag & Gameplay!

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of restaurant experience required.
• ServSafe certified or able to complete certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage all back-of-house operations and sanitation.
• Hire, train, and manage kitchen staff effectively.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Food Safety Standards

Labor Cost Management

Team Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Education

ServSafe Certification

Restaurant Management Experience

Job description

Back of House Manager
Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Center is seeking an experienced Back-of-House (Kitchen) Manager who is ready to be part of a high volume, fast-paced restaurant in a growing company. Our Kitchen Crew creates a variety of delicious dishes from our full restaurant and catering menus. View our menu on www.starsandstrikes.com/eat
The ideal candidate will know how to manage a large Kitchen Crew, understand back-of-house operations, and have the background to manage food and labor costs. We are looking for someone with a knowledge of food safety standards, an ability to enforce hygiene and sanitation practices and someone who will adhere to all county and company food and safety regulations.
This individual will be in charge of creating unforgettable guest dining experiences; someone who is passionate excellent culinary cuisine is who we are looking for!

Why Join Our Team?

• We are a family-owned business and consider our team members part of our family
• We equip team members to achieve their career dreams at Stars and Strikes and provide training to do so
• With our continued expansion throughout the Southeast, there are many opportunities for advancement within the company
• We encourage team members to have fun while they work
• We provide opportunities for all team members to give back to the community
• We are a community who live out our core values:
  • Respect at All Times, Listen to Others, Exceptional Guest Service, Sharing in Success, Dedicated to Fun, Cleanliness Focused, and We Give Back

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of two years of restaurant experience
• Management and/or hospitality experience a plus
• Experience in managing COGS and labor
• ServSafe certified or able to complete certification
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays

Core Competencies:

• People Leader: Develop Staff, Navigate Chaos, Motivate Others, Handle Conflict, Thrive in Ambiguity, Cultivate Excellent Guest Experiences
  
• Back of House Expert: Problem-Solver, Food Safety Experience, Hygiene and Sanitation Focused, Budget Proficiency, Efficient Food Preparation

Key Responsibilities:

1. Own Back-of-House/Kitchen Sanitation and Operations
2. Hire, Train and Manage All Team Members
3. Manage Inventory of Food and Beverage
4. Handle Back-of-House Budget

Additional Duties:

• Attend all Staff Meetings
• Comply with County Health Standards
• Stay Up to Date on Company’s BOH Processes
• Train Team on Updated Processes and Specials
• Assist with Orientation and Onboarding New Staff

Perks We Offer:

• Health & 401k Benefits
• Bonuses
• Paid-Time Off
• Daily Pay
• Free Bowling, Laser Tag & Gameplay!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to be informed of the dates for our upcoming hiring events. Stars and Strikes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.