Kitchen Supervisor

Andretti Indoor Karting And Games • Durham, NC

45d

About The Position

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is seeking a Sous Chef to join the team!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sous Chef will be responsible for the leadership of the Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Culinary department with a focus on staffing, scheduling & training of hourly staff, cost control, food quality standards, operational procedures, sanitation & cleanliness, health department compliance and staff motivation.
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Andretti Indoor Karting & Games (AIKG) is a rapidly growing Family Entertainment company. Our locations feature high-speed, high-tech indoor Karting on multilevel tracks, multi-player immersive Virtual Reality Simulators, Arcade fun, and amazing restaurants & event spaces featuring scratch cocktails and culinary creations crafted in our kitchens.

Requirements

• Experience leading high-volume kitchens
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong organizational skills
• Work varying days, nights, holidays and weekends
• Eligible to work in the United States
• At least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of Kitchen experience in a high-volume environment
• 2+ years of private event experience
• Experience working with an event sales team
• Experience with banquets and/or events strongly preferred
• HACCP or Serv-Safe food safety trained and certificate
• Bi-lingual
• Proven leadership and team skills; ability to motivate and manage all levels of staff
• Strong training and development background
• Strong knowledge of cost controls

Responsibilities

• Lead the Culinary Department with integrity, purpose, and a commitment to excellence
• Inspire and empower staff to consistently deliver exceptional, legendary service
• Always support the Andretti Indoor Karting and Games Motto “Striving for Perfection; Achieving Excellence”
• Help oversee daily, weekly, and monthly operations including food ordering, staffing, scheduling, cleanliness, organization, service timing, and product quality
• Ensure all banquets, buffets, and event culinary offerings meet or exceed AIKG standards and specifications
• Maintain full compliance with all environmental and health department regulations for food and beverage preparation and service
• Assist in the development of Culinary Staff and Supervisors
• Support staff training and employee relations initiatives
• Foster and maintain high morale among Culinary Staff
• Actively participate in the recruitment and retention of staff
• Assist with labor and food cost management to align with budgetary goals
• Ensure site inspections meet or exceed acceptable standards
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in all food storage, kitchen, and food service areas
• Collaborate with the Sales Department to ensure proper scheduling and planning for events
• Oversee, maintain, and inventory all Culinary Department equipment

Benefits

• Sous Chef competitive salary range
• AIKG has the BEST staff, so managers work with and lead motivated professionals!
• Personal/Family Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• $1200 company paid Health Savings Account
• Vacation and Sick time accrued during the first year
• 401k retirement program with generous company match
• $25K Company provided Life Insurance
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees