Food Management Search is Hiring an Assistant Kitchen Manager - Scratch Kitchen Restaurants Near Baton Rouge, LA
Regional, cuisine driven, polished casual restaurant company in search of like-minded restaurateurs to join the team. Modern comfort food unique to the area, full-service bars with specialty cocktails, wines and regional craft beers all served in a fun, friendly, professional, and comfortable atmosphere. Responsibilities: Help lead the way in our scratch kitchen, where we produce uniquely inspired culinary items. Partner closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager to drive operational excellence and growth, while coaching and inspiring our culinary team to ensure high quality food and an exceptional guest experience. Direct kitchen operations, and day-to-day execution for dish, prep, and line stations. Adhere to policies, manage assigned operating systems and area of assigned responsibility. Ensure collaboration between kitchen and front of house operations. Oversee kitchen training, food execution, menu rollouts and system initiatives. Conduct line checks, create prep lists, oversee supply ordering, and inventory management. Be accountable for depth of knowledge in food preparation and quality. Assist with weekly inventory procedures. Be responsible for maximizing financial and operational results. Review schedules. Develop and retain team members Maintain a safe and healthy work environment and uphold food safety standards. Represent the brand and values and maintains a professional image. Qualifications: 2 years of kitchen / culinary supervision management experience. Scratch kitchen experience preferred. Proficient knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and flavors, with a passion for innovation and creativity. Demonstrates financial acumen Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, POS System, Inventory / Ordering software. ServSafe certification. Flexible work schedule, inclusive of weekends and holidays. 5-day work week, 2 days off. Compensation: Base salary range: $45-50K up to 30% annual incentives based on restaurant performance. Total: $60-65K annually. Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Matching 401(K), Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, paid vacation, relocation assistance.