Kitchen Manager

Outback Steakhouse, the home of juicy steaks, spirited drinks, and Aussie hospitality. We’ve been ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction within a Full-Service Restaurant 2023!

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With limited supervision, the Restaurant Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the FOH/BOH functions in a restaurant. These include company standards, customer experience, professional leadership, and direction to employees. All new managers will go through an extensive Manager in Training (MIT) program. Combining this with your previous experience, we will set you up for success to become a top-notch leader within the Outback family!

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Growth Opportunities to Upper Management
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans for the Family.
• Incredible Work Life Balance. Targeting a 47-hour work week
• Paid Vacation; 401k Retirement plan
• 11 Week paid on-site Training Program
• Complimentary Manager Shift Meal
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Sick Days, PerkSpot Discounts, & a robust supplemental benefits package!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contributes to the success of the restaurant’s operations: FOH & BOH.
• Leads a team to success and provides mentorship; creates an enjoyable environment.
• Optimizes profits with labor, along with food & beverage costs, through proper ordering and inventory practices. Handles policies & procedures; maintains compliance.
• Increases customer satisfaction while managing standards of service.
• Continuously grows the business through sales and marketing.
• Always recruits new talent for future staff openings.
• Committed to safe food handling, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards during the shift and ensures the quality of food with proper safety equipment, tools, and recipe specs.
• Passionate about the taste and temperature of each dish and perfect plate presentations.
• Demonstrates immaculate standards while maintaining an organized and "like new" restaurant.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years management experience within a restaurant that supports up to 50 staff. Preferably full-service restaurant experience.
• Demonstrated success in a leadership role.
• Flexible to work at other locations in the region when needed.
• You must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Highly proficient in English verbal, reading & writing communication skills.
• For all California based positions: Responsible Beverage Service Certifications Required (can be completed during training, and up to 60 days after start date).

ABOUT US:

We are Out West Restaurant Group, the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse. Outback Steakhouse is an Australian theme restaurant that opened in March of 1988. At Outback Steakhouse we take food seriously, without forgetting the fun and we are proud to do things uniquely and strive to positively impact the lives of our people we call "Outbackers". We believe if you treat people "Just Right" then success is sure to follow. It’s a culture of respect and camaraderie that breeds enthusiasm. We start with indulging each customer like a guest in our own home. We continue by committing to the success of each and every Outbacker to be trained to the best of their ability. Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at Outback Steakhouse.

Out West Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Outback are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to any characteristic protected by both federal and state laws.

Join for the Fun, Stay for the Career! International Franchise Association’s Franchisee of the Year Award 2022, for Exemplifying Excellence in Local Community Service.

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