Assistant Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse•Joliet, IL

20h•$43,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Texas Roadhouse is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to assist the Kitchen Manager with overseeing daily Back of House operations. The role supports ordering, receiving, food preparation, and presentation, with an emphasis on made-from-scratch food, consistent service, and a safe, clean restaurant. The Assistant Kitchen Manager supervises food production, supports and develops Back of House employees, and helps maintain the restaurant’s culture and core values.

Requirements

Passion for made-from-scratch food.

Responsibilities

Supervise and oversee food production.
Enforce employment policies in the area of responsibility in conjunction with management.
Monitor tickets and set the pace during peak hours.
Provide hands-on supervision, including unscheduled assistance with serving, hosting, cooking, and other restaurant work.
Conduct formal line taste and temperature checks.
Ensure proper handling, maintenance, and storage of items.
Manage inventory and track waste at the direction of the Kitchen Manager.
Monitor and maintain cleanliness and proper equipment maintenance, directly or through staff.
Ensure consistency in food and service to increase sales.
Practice safe food-handling procedures.
Ensure Back of House employees follow established recipes and procedures.
Create a safe environment and assist in developing Back of House employees.
Maintain restaurant cleanliness and guest safety.
Maintain the restaurant’s culture and demonstrate its core values: passion, integrity, partnership, and fun with purpose.