Kitchen Manager | Wings Event Center

Zazios; Center (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401K with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness reimbursement

Shift meal provided

Discounted hotel rates

Cell phone stipend

Leadership training

Parental Leave

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Wings Event Center, part of the GHG family, seeks a culinary leader to head the Back of House team. You will coordinate, prepare, and evaluate food quality, while guiding staff to uphold culinary standards and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced venue.

Responsibilities include managing food and labor costs, maintaining sanitation, and fostering a professional, growth-oriented kitchen culture with strong communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Culinary leadership.
• Strong people acumen to develop solid working relationships.
• Decisiveness with a big-picture perspective.
• 2 year culinary degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef with coordination, preparation and evaluation of food quality.
• Assist with food and labor cost control by using best practices and procedures.
• Train, motivate and develop culinary staff in alignment with company values.
• Ensure sanitation, cleanliness, and organization of the kitchen in line with health dept policies.
• Lead a professional environment to grow and learn, using effective communication.
• Drive guest service standards and profitability through teamwork.

Skills

Culinary experience

People management

Decision making

Strong communication

Education

Culinary degree (2-year)

Job description

A Look Into Working at Wings Event Center Working at Wings Event Center is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant team that brings a variety of high-energy events to life, from thrilling hockey games to captivating concerts and community expos. Employees thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges and experiences. Wings Event Center fosters a collaborative atmosphere, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth and development while ensuring that each team member plays a crucial role in creating unforgettable moments for guests. Join Wings Event Center and be at the heart of the action!

Top Reasons to Work With GHG

• We are one of the Nation's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for
• You’ll have the opportunity to work with a Food and Beverage Team that is fun, creative, and enthusiastic
• You will have the opportunity to grow your skills and experience in an environment that fosters growth and development

Job Purpose

Leading a talented team Back of House team; managing the total guest experience; establishing and accomplishing business goals and objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist Executive Chef or Concept Chef with coordination, preparation and evaluation of food quality
• Assist Executive Chef or Concept Chef with food and labor cost control by utilizing best practices and departmental procedures
• Responsibilities for selecting, training, motivating and developing culinary staff in alignment with company values
• Ensuring proper sanitation, cleanliness and organization of the kitchen in accordance with our own policies and policies and those set forth by the county health department
• Creating a positive, professional environment for all staff members to grow and learn in – using listening skills and communication techniques to enhance the presentation and implementation of ideas
• Commitment to team service, that prides on the premiere quality of guest service, standards and perfection
• Leading talented people to achieve profitable return to the owner, world class guest loyalty, high performance culture, and continuously improving talent
• Increasing Kitchen team’s effectiveness through implementation of sound business practices processes and systems
• Leading and supporting all facets of kitchen operations with an eye towards growth and success.
• Food Inventory knowledge and recipe administration
• Establishing high standards of service excellence, monitoring guest/employee interaction on a daily basis
• Direct and organize activities in the restaurant, banquets, concession stands and kitchen
• Communication and implementation of all processes as set forth by management
• Ability to handle various levels of business volume in several locations at the same time
• Understanding of the basic fundamentals of fiscal responsibility
• Strong ability to build relationships with internal and external customers
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Be able to work in a fast, paced environment
• Must be highly focused and detail oriented

What You Need For This Position

• Proven track record in Culinary
• Strong people acumen to develop solid working with relationship both internally and with customers
• Decisiveness with “big picture” perspective
• 2 year culinary degree preferred, but not required
• Driven by purpose, mission, values, and has sense of urgency
• Able to work closely with staff through strong communication and verbal skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 10 hours or more
• Able to stoop and bend
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds from time to time
• Able to safely work with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment
• Able to comply with safety and health code standards
• Able to handle responsibilities that require repetitive motion tasks

What’s In It For You

• Annual bonus opportunity
• Accrued PTO starts immediately and is available as soon as a minimum of 2 hours is accrued
• 401K with 100% match up to 3% and 50% match up for the next 2%
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability/Life Insurance
• Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year
• Health and wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.
• 10% discount on GHG outlets
• (1) shift meal provided per day
• Discounted hotel rates at Radisson Hotel Group branded properties worldwide
• Monthly cell phone stipends
• Annual leadership classes and trainings
• Parental Leave Program
• Flexible work schedule