Anderson School Kitchen Assistant Manager (KAAM)

TITLE:                     Kitchen Assistant-Assistant Manager (KAAM)

REPORTS TO:     Chef/Kitchen Manager, General Manager, District Manager

FLSA CLASS:       Hourly Non-Exempt

WAGE RANGE: $22 - $25.28 /hr. D.O.E

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 to assist running kitchen operations at the direction and guidance of the Chef/Kitchen Manager and Pub Manager (when applicable). Duties include but are not limited to; Assist in shift management, and training of kitchen staff adhering to and enforcing portioning guidelines; consistent communication with the Chef/Kitchen Manager and Pub Manager; enforcing and adhering to McMenamins policies and procedures. The KAAM will also be required ensure that food is cooked and expedited in a timely manner; and overseeing product quality and presentation. The KAAM will also maintain, and breakdown service and work areas so that they are well stocked and organized for efficient and safe service; regulating labor; overseeing side work; cleaning duties; administrative duties as assigned by the direct supervisor. The KAAM will be expected to be able to perform the responsibilities of each other in a non-management position in the kitchen (i.e., prep cook, line cook, and dishwasher). The KAAM must be available to help solve and troubleshoot any problems that come up during the course of a shift and report any employee issues to the Chef. The KAAM position can be hard physical work and this job also takes 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 Management. All McMenamin employees will also be expected to keep current on all company events, history, and products. Other duties as assigned by the Manager on duty.

Requirements of the Job:

• Obtain and maintain current food handlers card
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Flexible FT schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays required

Essential Functions of the Job:

• 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
• Provide excellent customer service in a high volume environment
• Effective shift management
• Work in and around a hot kitchen
• Work for long periods on feet including frequent walking, stair climbing and working outdoors in varied weather conditions as necessary
• Repetitive movement such as pushing, pulling, bending, some twisting and stooping
• Fine hand manipulation including handling small and large objects, computer keyboard usage, writing, chopping and use of kitchen equipment, etc.
• Remain calm and focused on a high volume, deadline oriented work environment
• Communicate clearly, be positive, polite, and cooperative with co-workers, managers, vendors, and customers
• Work around various heat sources, including grills, broilers, and hot-oil fryers
• Work with and around sharp objects, including knives & slicers
• Work with chemicals and used in cleaning and sanitizing

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. EOE

Salary : $22 - $25