Bow Mar - Assistant Kitchen Manager Bow Mar- Hourly

Walters303 • Littleton, CO

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About The Position

Walter’s303 Pizzeria & Publik House is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager for its Bow Mar location. This is a hands-on leadership role in a high-volume, hospitality-driven restaurant. The Assistant Kitchen Manager supports the Kitchen Manager and ownership team in executing kitchen operations, including food quality, team leadership, inventory control, prep systems, and food safety compliance. The role is responsible for helping the kitchen run efficiently, profitably, and consistently while developing the team and maintaining Walter’s303 standards each shift.

The Assistant Kitchen Manager leads from the line, sets expectations, supports the BOH team, and steps into any kitchen position as needed. The position also assists with ordering, inventory, labor and food-cost goals, scheduling support, and communication with FOH leadership. The role requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, stand for extended periods, and lift 50 pounds.

Compensation is competitive hourly pay based on experience, with performance-based bonus potential. Health benefits are available based on eligibility. Other offerings include employee food and beverage discounts and a growth path to Kitchen Manager and multi-unit leadership.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of kitchen leadership experience, such as Shift Lead, Sous Chef, or Assistant Kitchen Manager.
• Strong understanding of prep systems, line flow, and kitchen organization.
• Experience with inventory, ordering, and cost controls.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, required or to be obtained within 30 days.
• Knowledge of Colorado food safety regulations and CDPHE standards.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to lead by example, work as part of a team, focus on details, remain calm under pressure, and take accountability for results.

Nice To Haves

• High-volume restaurant or pizzeria experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts with urgency, accountability, and a team-first mentality.
• Train, coach, and develop BOH team members in Prep, Pizza, and Dish.
• Set expectations and uphold performance and kitchen standards.
• Foster a positive, respectful, high-energy kitchen culture.
• Step into any kitchen position when needed.
• Ensure food meets Walter’s303 standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Oversee pizza production, prep execution, and ticket flow.
• Maintain recipe adherence and portion control.
• Monitor ticket times and kitchen efficiency during peak service.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory management.
• Maintain proper storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation.
• Control food cost through waste reduction and accurate prep.
• Track and communicate product shortages or variances.
• Enforce CDPHE food safety regulations and local health codes.
• Maintain an active Food Protection Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent).
• Ensure temperature logs, sanitation procedures, and cleaning schedules are maintained.
• Prepare for and support health inspections.
• Enforce safe food handling, allergen awareness, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Support scheduling based on sales volume and labor targets.
• Assist in achieving labor percentage and food cost goals.
• Use systems such as Toast, prep lists, and pars to maintain consistency.
• Communicate effectively with FOH leadership to support smooth service.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus potential tied to food cost, labor, and operational execution.
• Health benefits based on eligibility.
• Employee discounts on food and beverage.
• Growth path to Kitchen Manager and multi-unit leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed