Executive Kitchen Manager

BJ's Restaurants

Columbia, SC

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SKILLS

Auditing, Beverages, Coaching, Communication Skills, Conferences, Corporate Law, Corporate Policies, Detail Oriented, Disciplinary Action, Diversity, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Food Quality, Food and Beverage Industry, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Marketing, Mentoring, Operations Management, Pattern Analysis, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Relationship Management, Restaurant, Risk Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Sales Management, Sanitation, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training Program Development, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Columbia, SC

POSTED

3 days ago

OverviewDo you challenge yourself to always do things right and do them better? Then you will thrive at BJ's Restaurants!We are committed to our CRAFT:Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and TrustNOW HIRING$70,000 - $80,000 / year plusquarterly bonus potentialCommensurate with experienceThis salary range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Final salary within the range will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and other job-related qualifications.Are you ready for craft beer, great food, and an all-around "WOW" experience?! BJ's Restaurants is looking for talented, passion-driven managers to join our Management Teams.LET'S TALK ABOUT CULTURE AND CAREER GROWTH!* A performance based benefits, promote from within culture* Lucrative compensation package* Growing company with 200+ restaurants and several new restaurant openings yearly across the country* Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs* Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, and 401K* Paid vacation time* Culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion with our WeCAN & IDEA groups* Community involvement and philanthropy - We love giving back to our communities* Quarterly bonus potential* Daily Pay - On Demand access to earned pay* Fun environment* Relocation opportunities throughout the country* And more!Apply now so we can tell you about it!ResponsibilitiesThe Executive Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing all functions of the restaurant during opening, mid or closing shifts. Key responsibilities include hiring, managing, supervising and training restaurant team members, ensuring a gold standard guest experience, ensuring the safety of our guests, team members and property, overseeing the quality of our food and beverage offerings, and preparing and modifying team member work schedules and food and beverage orders to ensure appropriate inventory. The Executive Kitchen Manager is also responsible for assisting in achieving operational goals for the restaurant as set forth by the Restaurant Support Center.The position of Executive Kitchen Manager is classified as exempt. As an exempt manager, the Executive Kitchen Manager must spend more than 50% of his or her time performing managerial duties and must regularly exercise independent judgment and discretion on matters of consequence to the restaurant.Duties & Responsibilities:Operational Execution* Perform Open/Mid-Day/Closing duties* Conduct daily briefings on matters of importance to the team* Manage all necessary repair and maintenance issues* Manage the Restaurant Risk Review audit process and implement necessary changes in the discretion of the management team to ensure 100% compliance with audit standards* Manage local restaurant marketing, sales building, and community involvement* Update the daily communication board with key restaurant and promotion announcements* Facilitate and participate in Continued Education Program including creating training programs* Exercise discretion and independent judgment in facilitating zone management (Hospitality, Guest Relations, Quality Fast)* Facilitate 10 Minute drills with team members focusing on cleaning and sanitation* Ensure 100% compliance with all Company policies and laws, including health and safety standards* Ensure compliance with BJ's Code of Ethics, Integrity and Conduct, BJ's Seven C's, and BJ's Principles of Professional ServiceFood & Beverage Execution* Ensure safety & sanitation* Monitor food and beverage quality and execution* Conduct RAFTT (Recipe-Appearance-Flavor-Temperature-Texture) twice daily on a specific food and drink item* Conduct Quarterly Food Reviews with DO or RKOM* Prepare and receive orders of food and beverages, utilizing judgment to increase and decrease orders depending on peaks in business, large parties and promotions* Conduct weekly inventories to ensure that proper levels are stocked and to assess ordering patterns and changes* Monitor and validate daily prep productionTeam Member Relations* Coach, mentor, and discipline hourly team members* Monitor and facilitate team member recognition* Make recommendations concerning development, promotion, and disciplinary action affecting team members* Make hiring and termination decisions and/or making recommendations to General Manager regarding hiring and termination decisions which are given serious weight* Cooperate with Team Member Relations Department and management team in investigating Team Member Hotline and Restaurant Support Center inquiries relating to restaurantService Execution and Guest Relations* Train, coach, and develop team members to ensure they are providing Gold Standard service to BJ's guests* Manage guest relations and guest recoveryQualificationsNecessary Skills & Requirements:* A minimum of 2 years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience* High personal integrity, professionalism and maturity* Ability to work in a fast paced environment* Solid relationship management and performance management skills* Ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team* Strong understanding of BJ's goals and objectives* Good communication skills* Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning skills* Strong writing and documentation skills* Ability to absorb and retain information quickly* Keen attention to detail* Proven problem-solving abilities* Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks with an appropriate sense of urgency in a high-performance, fast paced environment* Exceptional guest service orientation* Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment* Ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for the duration of an 8-10 hour shift* Ability to lift 50 pounds* Ability to bend, stoop, and raise arms above head on occasion* Ability to speak, read, and write EnglishSalary: Commensurate with experiencePay RangeUSD $70,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.

Executive Kitchen Manager

BJ's Restaurants

Columbia, SC

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BJ's Restaurants

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