REGAL BISTRO Kitchen - Kitchen Assistant Manager $25 An Hour + Benefits!

Regal•Kendall, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, including food costs, hiring, training, and ensuring guest satisfaction. This role requires adherence to all food safety and health department regulations, as well as maintaining kitchen staff levels and ensuring timely meal preparation. The position involves cooking, plating, proper food storage, inventory management, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. The Assistant Manager must also be knowledgeable about all opening, closing, and emergency procedures, and ensure compliance with company policies and dress code.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (if not currently a high school student)
Two plus years’ experience as a cook or supervisor in the restaurant industry
Previous experience as a supervisor or lead cook
Able to read and follow standardized recipes
Strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures
Completion of cast certification program as a cast member and as a concessionist or progress towards completion required
Completed any legally required state or local training and obtain the required certificate
Completed the Regal Responsible Beverage Server training on Regal Online University
Servsafe or equivalent certification is required
Possess good public speaking, listen effectively, and respond clearly and directly
Fluent English is required
Perform calculations with speed and accuracy and identify and correct errors
Identify problems, gather relevant data, and note possible causes of problems
Evaluate relevant information, recognize alternatives, and reach conclusions based on evidence
Take action beyond what is necessarily called for
Perform under pressure and/or opposition
Proven experience with PC platforms and knowledge of basic office programs including but not limited to e-mail, word processing and spreadsheets
Operate copiers and other office equipment, devise and access different filing systems and maintain attention to detail
Use tools and equipment with dexterity and perform mechanical tasks as necessary
Possess excellent communication skills with customers, co-workers, and management
Establish goals, budget time and set priorities to achieve desired objectives
Able to work as part of a team in a busy kitchen atmosphere

Nice To Haves

Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Regular and consistent attendance
Responsible for food costs
Must be of legal age to sell and/or serve alcohol per state and/or local laws
In charge of hiring, interviewing, scheduling and counseling any of the kitchen team
Training and supervision of kitchen team
Ensuring guest satisfaction – smile, greet, and thank all guests
Take prompt, appropriate action to turn dissatisfied guests into repeat guests
Respond personally to guest questions and complaints
Remain knowledgeable on all food menu items, including specials and promotions
Comply with all food safety rules, laws, protocols, and standards
Adhere and maintain all Health Department rules and regulations
Train kitchen staff in specific stations and cross-train as needed
Maintain kitchen staff levels to ensure there are always enough workers to meet the demand while controlling labor costs
Cook a variety of foods appropriately to maintain proper flavor and appearance
Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items
Plate food according to proper procedures
Keep updated on recipe changes
Supervising kitchen maintenance, including minor repairs
Ensure that all food menu items are consistently prepared and served per Regal’s recipes, portioning, and serving standards
Properly store food items at appropriate temperatures; labels, date and sign all products per require
Rotate stock items as per established procedures
Restock kitchen for subsequent shifts
Collaborate with the managers, cooks, and servers to prepare meals timely
Report and maintain accurate inventory
Ensure that the food prep area and kitchen are cleaned and sanitized at the end of your shift
Maintain a “clean as you go” approach throughout shift
Responsible for completion of daily kitchen logs (cooling & reheating, food temperatures, refrigerator/freezer temperatures and sanitizer solution)
Knowledge of proper operation and cleaning of all related equipment
Maintain proper use of all storerooms
Maintain Proper use of all cleaning materials per SDS
Knowledge of all opening, closing and in between show procedures
Knowledge of all emergency, evacuation, and robbery procedures
Knowledge and compliance of dress code
Accurately tracking and reporting tips
Knowledgeable of correct popper operation and emergency procedures
Maintain excellent personal hygiene
Have completed or in the process of completing the management certification program
Abide by all federal and state laws with regards to breaks and/or meal periods
Ensure lost and found items are handled in accordance with Regal policy
Must be SDS trained
Obtain food handlers card where applicable
Obtain ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Report any and all damages or maintenance issues to management
Report any and all suspicious activity, persons, or items to management immediately
Reviewed and understand the Regal Operations Manual
Required to read and understand training materials that will cover subjects such as sexual harassment and discrimination