Kitchen Manager - Pump & Pantry

Bosselman Enterprises; Columbus, Sioux City (OH, IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a Pump Kitchen Manager to oversee operations at their Pantry location. The role involves managing staff, ensuring high-quality food service, and maintaining compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have food handling experience and strong communication skills. The company offers various benefits, including health insurance and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid vacation

401K with matching contributions

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Clear growth opportunities

On-demand pay with PayActiv

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of food handling or food service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen staff and oversee food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage scheduling.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Food Handling Experience

Job description

Overview

The Pump Kitchen Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing the staff and resources of the Pump & Pantry location to ensure efficient, high-quality, and profitable service of food across multiple brands, including P&P Food, Quiznos, Cinnabon, Little Caesar’s, KKC, and Scoops.

Bosselman offers many benefits such as:

• Paid vacation
• 401K with matching contributions
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Clear growth opportunities
• On-demand pay with PayActiv
• And more!

Responsibilities

• Hire, conduct performance reviews, develop employees, and manage scheduling. Address performance issues, manage corrective actions, and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Oversee food preparation and service for all brands, ensuring high-quality and consistency.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and appearance of the kitchen, both internal and external.
• Report maintenance, customer, and personnel issues to upper management.
• Work with team members to prepare flavorful and popular food items.
• Manage kitchen staff for efficient supply provisioning and purchasing.
• Supervise portion control and food preparation to minimize waste.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure consistent food quality and service.
• Ensure personnel are in proper uniform and maintain a professional appearance.
• Train staff on policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Complete key management tasks such as scheduling, reporting, inventory, and end-of-month procedures accurately and timely.
• Handle opening and closing procedures, including paperwork and shift transitions.
• Resolve food quality and service complaints.
• Ensure compliance with sanitary practices, cleanliness, and maintenance.
• Follow health and safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide friendly and competent customer service across all brands.
• Arrive on time and ensure reliable attendance.
• Assist during staffing shortages to keep the kitchen operational.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Additional Duties

• Assist with other tasks as assigned.
• Travel to meetings and company functions as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise three or more employees directly.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Minimum six months of food handling or food service experience required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read and follow product specifications.
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong communication skills.
• Professional appearance.
• Work at least one weekend per month and one late shift per week.
• Work at least 45 hours per week.
• Availability for holidays, weekends, and shifts.
• Reliable transportation and phone access.
• Ability to communicate in English (if applicable).
• Friendly and prompt customer service skills.
• Ability to work well with team members.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands include occasionally lifting/moving up to 50 lbs., standing for long periods, walking, using hands, reaching, talking, hearing, and occasionally sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Physical presence at the primary work location is required.