POSITION SUMMARY

The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for back of house operations for 4Rivers Smokehouse, including but not limited to overseeing the staff, ensuring quality food preparation, safety and sanitation, managing inventory and complying with all food and beverage service regulations.  Position requires a strong understanding of day-to-day business operations, hiring, training, scheduling, and coaching employees.  This requires the ability to manage, and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.

Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to::

• Understanding of our business strategy and familiarity with training, hiring, and scheduling employees 
• Manages all BOH staff including scheduling, directing, coaching, and counseling.  
• Manages the training of all employees with a focus on back of house. 
• Assists in interviewing and hiring hourly employees. 
• Ensure food is prepared to 4R standards and ensures quality food is served to all guests. 
• Adhere 4R Food Safety Program guidelines. 
• Oversees food inventory to ensure proper levels are maintained. 
• Develop and grow positive relationships with team members to create an exceptional work environment and culture.   
• Effective communication with hourly team members, managers, and senior leadership.

What you will bring to the table:

·      Excellent organization, problem solving and time management skills.

·      Self-starter and takes the initiative.

·      Attention to detail & accuracy.

·      Outgoing, friendly.

·      Ability to start and complete projects in a timely and efficient manner.

·      Disciplined and well organized.

·      Excellent communicator (written and verbal).

·      Ability to work well in a team environment.

·      Availability to work evening and weekend shifts as well as day shifts and some holidays.

·      Results driven.

·      High School diploma or equivalent.

·      At least 2 years’ experience in the restaurant industry.

·      Ability to manage and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.

·      2-4 years of experience in the restaurant industry.

·      Proven record of leadership and problem-solving ability in fast paced environment.

·      Flexible availability.

·      Humility and a servant-based leadership style and heart.

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

·      Must have or obtain documentation to be a certified food manager.

What is in it for you?:

Benefits of joining the 4R Family include: 

• Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
• 401(k) program and company match
• Telemedicine Coverage
• A cell phone reimbursement plan
• Paid Vacation 
• Up to six weeks paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Services
• Pet Insurance
• Career Development in 4R University 
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement program
• Quarterly team building outings, Yearly company celebrations
• Community Serve Days, Volunteer Opportunities

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