Assistant Kitchen Manager

New Day Executive Search

Baton Rouge, LA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Detail Oriented, Leadership, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Metrics, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Sanitation, Team Player
LOCATION
Baton Rouge, LA
POSTED
1 day ago

Kitchen Manager

Humble, team-oriented, respectful, passionate, and positive. These are just a few words that describe our fantastic team! If this sounds like you, we would love to meet you as our restaurant group grows. We are a family, and we take pride in everything we do. Join ourteam!

Kitchen Manager Responsibilities:

  • Train, coach, and direct the team - strive for excellence
  • Build respectful relationships with every member of the kitchen team while holding them accountable - integrity is essential
  • Manage high standards while paying attention to every detail
  • Focus with the team on creating unforgettable guest experiences every time
  • Keep operations running smoothly in a very high-volume environment
  • Tightly manage portion sizes, recipe adherence, prep list completion, and waste controls

Kitchen Manager Qualifications:

  • Must have at least 3 years of experience in a full-service restaurant, exec sous, or kitchen manager role in a high-volume, systems-oriented casual or upscale-casual environment
  • Solid and proven leadership qualities: friendly, coach mentality, leading by example, and upholding quality standards in a scratch kitchen
  • Must love a fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to maintain standards, exceed expectations, and build relationships
  • Inventory and ordering are required - previous experience is necessary
  • Strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards is a must
  • Proactive problem-solver and hands-on work ethic

Kitchen Manager Benefits:

  • Competitive pay and bonus potential
  • Insurance benefits - health, dental, and vision
  • Strong culture and support system - a happy place to work!
  • PTO/Vacation
  • Appreciation of people and work-life balance

About the Company

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