Assistant Kitchen Manager

UniConcepts•Tucson, AZ

2d•$55,000 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gentle Ben's is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to join their team in Tucson, AZ. This role is crucial for leading daily operations, coaching the back-of-house team, maintaining food quality, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will work alongside the Kitchen Manager to foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, consistency, and pride in the craft. This position is ideal for someone passionate about developing people, maintaining high standards, and leading with confidence in a high-volume restaurant environment.

Requirements

Previous kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant.
Strong communication and coaching skills.
A passion for developing others.
Excellent organization and time management.
Experience managing food quality, inventory, labor, and kitchen operations.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
Experience with Toast, XtraCHEF, Microsoft Office, or similar restaurant systems.
Arizona Food Protection Manager Certification (or the ability to obtain one).
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations and coach/develop the back-of-house team.
Maintain food quality and ensure all recipes and standards are followed.
Oversee kitchen operations, including prep, service, and organization.
Assist with weekly inventory and food cost management.
Manage ordering of food and kitchen supplies.
Maintain XtraCHEF invoices and reporting.
Monitor labor costs.
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair.
Ensure kitchen organization and cleanliness.
Plan daily prep sheets and production.
Oversee BOH opening and closing procedures.
Ensure sanitation procedures, temperature logs, and health department standards are consistently followed.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, control costs, and develop employees.
Create a kitchen culture built around consistency and hospitality.