Rock Creek Tavern Kitchen Assistant Assistant Manager (KAAM)

McMenamins Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic team at a forward-thinking establishment where your culinary skills will shine. As a key player in the kitchen, you will assist in operations, ensuring a smooth service while maintaining high standards of customer satisfaction. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment, where your ability to multi-task and maintain a positive attitude will be essential. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to diversity, this position invites you to bring your passion for food and service to life.

Qualifications

• Intermediate skills in line cooking required.
• Food Handlers Card is mandatory for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all kitchen operations and oversee shift activities.
• Ensure excellent customer relations and manage kitchen duties.

Skills

Line Cook

Customer Service

Food Safety

Teamwork

Supervisory Skills

Education

Food Handlers Card

Job description

Requisition Number: ROCKC010320

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• Posted : May 3, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Rock Creek Tavern
10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd
Hillsboro, OR 97124, USA

Rock Creek Tavern
10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd
Hillsboro, OR 97124, USA

FLSA CLASS: Hourly Non-Exempt

The job duties described below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Description of the Position:

The primary responsibility of KAAM is assist in all kitchen operations under the guidance and direction of the Chef/Manager. Duties include but not limited to: This position will be expected to be able to perform the responsibilities of non-management positions, and perform all opening and closing duties of the kitchen. The KAAM will often act as the host and will oversee the smooth and effective running of the shift. Other duties include working outside on a seasonal basis as well as indoors, and most importantly maintaining and providing excellent customer relations with all customers. The KAAM must be able to perform all regular job duties of a line cook, regulating labor and food costs; overseeing side work; cleaning duties; and training staff; administrative duties as assigned by manager. effectively dealing with issues as they arise and reporting them to the head manager, provide appropriate service to the customer to meet their needs and requests whenever possible to assure customer satisfaction. The KAAM must be available to help solve and troubleshoot any problems that come up during the course of a shift report any issues to the Chef/Head Manager and District Manager. The KAAM position can be hard physical work and this job also requires the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast paced and deadline-oriented environment. The KAAM must also have the ability to work well independently and also as a member of a team. Each employee will be expected to perform their job in a safe manner and report any safety concerns to the Chef/Head Manager or District Management. All McMenamin employees will also be expected to keep current on all company events, history, and products. Other duties are to be completed as assigned by the Manager on duty.

Requirements of the Job:

• Obtain and maintain current food-handlers card
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred but not required
• Excellent knowledge of food and cooking techniques is required
• Available to work FT with a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Provide excellent customer service in a high-volume environment
• Safely lift and carry heavy objects with a hand truck or the help of another person if necessary
• Must have a value for diversity and the ability to work with individuals from different backgrounds
• Work for long periods on feet including frequent walking and stair climbing
• Accurately handle cash and work with numbers
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Perform repetitive movement such as pushing, pulling, bending, some twisting and stooping
• Perform fine hand manipulation including handling small and large objects, computer keyboard usage, writing, chopping and use of kitchen equipment, etc.
• Remain calm and focused in a high volume, deadline-oriented work environment
• Effective shift supervision
• Working knowledge of all company policies and procedures
• Be positive, polite, and cooperative with co-workers, managers, vendors, and customers
• Work with and around sharp objects, including knives & slicers
• Work with chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing (there are some locations which also will require working around cigar and cigarette smoke)

Most importantly, this job requires a positive attitude, a value for diversity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Each employee is expected to come to work ready to have fun and be a positive force.

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

E.O.E.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Line Cook

Intermediate

Preferred

Management

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

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Motivations

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Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Food Handlers Card

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