Kitchen Manager | Wings Event Center

Radisson Plaza Hotel; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

401K with 100% match up to 3%

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance

Discounted hotel rates at Radisson properties

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Radisson Plaza Hotel in the United States is seeking a culinary leader for Wings Event Center. This role involves managing the Back of House team, ensuring top-notch guest experiences, and driving business goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in culinary operations, with strong people skills and a collaborative approach to service.

You will be responsible for food quality, sanitation, and training kitchen staff while fostering a positive work environment. The position offers competitive benefits including a 401K match, annual bonuses, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in culinary operations.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, up to 10 hours.
• Compliance with safety and health code standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef or Concept Chef in food quality.
• Lead and support kitchen operations for growth.
• Deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Culinary operations experience

Strong people skills

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Education

2-year culinary degree preferred

Job description

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

Responsibilities

• 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 using best practices and departmental procedures.
• Take responsibility for selecting, training, motivating and developing culinary staff in alignment with company values.
• Ensure proper sanitation, cleanliness and organization of the kitchen in accordance with internal policies and county health department requirements.
• Create a positive, professional environment for all staff members to grow and learn, using listening skills and communication techniques.
• Commit to team service, pride in premier quality of guest service, standards and perfection.
• Lead talented people to achieve profitable return to the owner, world‑class guest loyalty, high performance culture and continuous improvement.
• Increase Kitchen team’s effectiveness through sound business practices, processes and systems.
• Lead and support all facets of kitchen operations with an eye toward growth and success.
• Maintain food inventory knowledge and recipe administration.
• Establish high standards of service excellence, monitoring guest/customer interaction daily.
• Direct and organize activities in the restaurant, banquets, concession stands and kitchen.
• Communicate and implement all processes as set forth by management.
• Handle multiple levels of business volume in several locations simultaneously.
• Understand basic fundamentals of fiscal responsibility.
• Build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Be highly focused and detail oriented.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in culinary operations.
• Strong people acumen to develop solid relationships internally and with customers.
• Decisiveness with a “big picture” perspective.
• 2‑year culinary degree preferred.
• Driven by purpose, mission, values and sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication and verbal skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, up to 10 hours.
• Ability to stoop, bend, lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Safe handling of potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment.
• Compliance with safety and health code standards.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks.

Benefits

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

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