Kitchen Manager

Alamo Drafthouse • Dallas, TX

13h • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager is a developer of people, a culinary superstar, and a fundamental part of the venue leadership team responsible for maximizing profits and controlling all aspects of kitchen operations - including but not limited to food quality, ordering pars, inventory efficiencies, maximizing storage and space, labor cost, staffing levels, safety and sanitation practices, and systems and productivity. A recipe for success in this role is equal parts people development, creating amazing and delicious experiences for our guests, and a focus on financial discipline to drive results.

Requirements

• At least 3+ years high volume theater, restaurant or entertainment venue experience
• ServSafe Certification, local Health Cards (as required)
• Positive, fun, coachable, and open-minded approach to life
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Maniacal focus on guest experience
• Resourceful problem-solving skills - loves a puzzle!
• Proven record of high standards
• Able to work 45 hours minimum; higher volume seasons and heavier work weeks are expected
• Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office and G-Suite) and office skills required
• Ready and excited to work volume - weekends and holidays required

Responsibilities

• Grow Revenue + Control Costs
• Monitors inventory and reports results to the General Manager - develops hourly teams on the appropriate utilization of the inventory system
• Maintains, controls, and develops teams’ food cost acumen by properly ordering and receiving products - utilizing PMIX to minimize waste and establish accurate pars/prep lists
• Maintains appropriate staffing levels by tracking labor and maintaining budgeted staffing expectations - interviews and hires rockstar kitchen teammates
• Actively participates in the core menu and LTO rollouts, including planning necessary item rotation, depletion, additions, and team training
• Maintains appropriate small ware supplies and ordering practices
• Optimize the Guest Experience
• Uphold standards of behavior as defined by the company's Core Values, Code of Conduct, and Operational Guidelines
• Ensures a safe and sanitary working environment that minimizes the risk of incident, injury, and food handling-related issues
• Sets high food quality expectations by maintaining and coaching recipe adherence, line checks, portion controls, pristine cleanliness, organization, appropriate food storage, and sanitation standards
• Consistently reviews ticket times ensuring all food is promptly made and delivered
• Lead Your Team
• Conducts thorough line checks, temperature logs, and other required kitchen systems promptly, utilizing these as a coaching tool for staff members
• Schedules kitchen teams - utilizing forecasting and labor proforma tools, posting and communicating schedules timely so our teams can plan appropriately
• Leads by example and coaches communication between all roles within the venue
• Maintains the kitchen communications board - verifies teammate knowledge and understanding of the information provided
• Conducts daily shift meetings and larger kitchen team meetings to keep the team informed and engaged

Benefits

• A fun workplace where you can be yourself and do awesome work!
• Free movies & food
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and voluntary benefits are available for all full-time and part-time teammates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees