Kitchen Manager - Gilbert

PopStroke Entertainment Group; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PopStroke Entertainment Group is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary team at the Waterford Lakes venue. The role manages daily kitchen operations, inventory, and staff performance to ensure high-quality food and smooth service.

Reporting to the Operating Partner and Regional Chef, you will oversee cost controls, sanitation, safety, and compliance with policies while coordinating events and menu production.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor costs.
• Responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and personnel/payroll-related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure and enforce the highest standards of service efficiency, sanitation, and training and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards, company policies, federal/state/local laws, and ordinances.
• Estimate and calculate labor, and food and beverage costs.
• Complete efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies, maintain appropriate par levels of all kitchen products & supplies. Manage inventories and receiving.
• Responsible for coordinating and production of events and functions.
• Ability to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen.
• Oversee the setup of stations and production of menu items.
• Ensure proper plate presentation and adherence to product specifications and recipe guidelines.
• Responsible for appropriate ticket times, quality and consistency of products, and waste prevention; ensure the highest quality product reaches our guests and meets specifications.
• Ensure that the kitchen is properly cleaned on a regular schedule, food is stored or disposed of properly; is responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning

Job description

About PopStroke
PopStroke is a founder-led brand built by people who believe energy creates results and culture creates momentum. We aren't here to simply run venues - we're here to build something special together.
At PopStroke, every team member has limitless potential to become who they want to be. We encourage bold ideas, celebrate growth, and believe that when you're supported, challenged, and trusted, you rise.
We solve problems together, jump in, and move the needle every day because we care. We lead with ownership, back each other up, and never lose sight of the fun along the way.
This mindset; the drive, the heart, the teamwork is what we call The PopStroke Way.

Our Core Values

Make It Fun
If it's not fun, rethink how we're doing it.
Bring the Energy
Your vibe sets the tone.
Every leader and team member influences the experience. Show up with enthusiasm, optimism, and presence.
Roll Up Your Sleeves
See it. Fix it. Jump in.
We are hands-on, problem solvers that jump in and become part of the solution. We leave things better than we found them.
Own It
Live your role with an owner's mindset.
We take pride in our work, hold ourselves accountable, and treat the business like it's our own.
Get Off the Hamster Wheel
Don't repeat yesterday - rethink, improve, grow.
We challenge "the way it's always been done" and are always looking for better ways to serve our guests and each other.
About The Role
Join the fastest-growing entertainment brand in the hospitality sphere!
PopStroke is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to help lead our culinary team at our Waterford Lakes venue.
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the kitchen and culinary functions, including the selection, development, and performance management of employees. In addition, they oversee the inventory and ordering of food and supplies and are responsible for the quality of food while ensuring seamless operations.
The Kitchen Manager reports to the Operating Partner and Regional Chef.
What You'll Do

• Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor costs.
• Responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and personnel/payroll-related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure and enforce the highest standards of service efficiency, sanitation, and training and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards, company policies, federal/state/local laws, and ordinances.
• Estimate and calculate labor, and food and beverage costs.
• Complete efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies, maintain appropriate par levels of all kitchen products & supplies. Manage inventories and receiving.
• Responsible for coordinating and production of events and functions.
• Ability to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen.
• Oversee the setup of stations and production of menu items.
• Ensure proper plate presentation and adherence to product specifications and recipe guidelines.
• Responsible for appropriate ticket times, quality and consistency of products, and waste prevention; ensure the highest quality product reaches our guests and meets specifications.
• Ensure that the kitchen is properly cleaned on a regular schedule, food is stored or disposed of properly; is responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning