Assistant Kitchen Manager- Traveling
About The Position
The Assistant Kitchen Manager supports the Kitchen Manager and Executive Chef in overseeing back-of-house (BOH) operations. This role helps ensure consistent food quality, sanitation, safety, and efficient execution of service in accordance with Kaluz’s standards. The Assistant Kitchen Manager provides hands-on supervision of line cooks, prep staff, dishwashers, and station employees as assigned, while also assisting with training, scheduling, and daily operations. This is a traveling position that supports multiple Kaluz restaurant locations throughout Broward County. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will rotate between assigned locations based on operational needs, staffing support, training initiatives, and coverage. Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to quickly assess and stabilize kitchen operations across different teams and environments are essential to success in this role.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of BOH leadership experience, preferably in an upscale, high-volume kitchen.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen operations, and culinary techniques.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff.
- Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Support the Kitchen Manager in supervising and coaching BOH staff.
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of kitchen employees.
- Provide direction during service to ensure stations are properly staffed and operating efficiently.
- Monitor staff performance, provide feedback, and issue corrective action in alignment with company policy.
- Step into the Kitchen Manager role when they are absent to maintain smooth operations.
- Ensure dishes meet Kaluz’s portioning, flavor, and presentation standards.
- Monitor prep work, line setup, and station readiness before each service.
- Reinforce proper execution of recipes and cooking techniques.
- Uphold cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards throughout the kitchen.
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation of products.
- Promote safe use of equipment, knives, and hot surfaces.
- Assist with scheduling BOH staff to meet labor and productivity goals.
- Support inventory management and ordering, ensuring accurate par levels.
- Help control food costs by minimizing waste and monitoring portion control.
- Report equipment issues promptly and ensure proper maintenance is performed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
