Kitchen Manager: Lead Back-of-House Growth & Flexible Scheduling

Applebee's; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid training

Complimentary meals

Daily pay option

Education resources and scholarships

Job summary

Workstream is seeking a Kitchen Manager for its Applebee’s location in Blue Ball, Ohio. This role involves overseeing the activities of back-of-house associates, ensuring cleanliness, and implementing cost controls. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of experience in kitchen management within the casual restaurant industry and should possess strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation and various benefits including paid training and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience with Kitchen Management in the Casual Restaurant industry.
• Current alcohol and food certifications that meet state requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the activities of back-of-the-house hourly associates.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation.
• Implement purchasing and cost controls.

Skills

Team leadership

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Food certifications

Job description

Applebee’s restaurants nationwide are hiring!

Applebee’s celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive culture and invites like-minded candidates to join a team where hard work opens opportunities and team members get the support they need to succeed.

We take pride in our teams!

Performance - We totally own our actions and are accountable for our results.

Respect - We treat others the way we want to be treated.

Integrity - We do what we say we're going to do, and always do the right thing.

Development - We continuously grow and improve our teams, ourselves, our company, and our communities.

Engagement - We foster a fun, energizing, and engaging place to work.

Job Description

As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions. This position will direct the activities of back-of-the-house hourly associates, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, implementing purchasing and cost controls, and following up with corrective action where needed.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year’s experience with Kitchen Management in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.
• A High School Diploma is preferred.
• Current alcohol and food certifications that meet state requirements are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of team leadership and positive conflict resolution.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to withstand the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.
• Recognition and growth- we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
• Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) – to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
• Paid Training – we aim to set you up for success!
• Early Wage Access– Access your earnings before payday
• Company discounts – MAKE IT A ROUTINE AND SAVE!
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization – we're excited to embark on this journey with you.