Eastcut Sandwich Bar
Kitchen Manager
Raleigh, NC
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Full time
Eastcut Sandwich Bar is a modern sandwich shop that gathers the greatest hits of East Coast sandwich culture and offers them together on one menu. Our team strives to serve fresh and high-quality food at a great value to our guests and we do so with Smiling Hospitality in a comfortable environment. The Eastcut Way guides all our decisions when building the Eastcut team, and we seek individuals who strongly align with our Values. When it comes to our team, our Team Members are thoughtful, kind, cheerful, and intelligent – they are teammates at their core and they have a passion for serving others.
Description
Direct Report(s): Hourly Leads/Team Members
Reports To: General Manager & Assistant General Manager (As Applicable)
Job Responsibilities:
As the Kitchen Manager, you will drive the daily culinary operations of Eastcut Sandwich Bar. You will be responsible for ensuring the operation is meeting its goals in ordering, inventory, food preparation, cooking, and quality. You will lead all Team Members (with a Culinary Focus), setting them up for success in their individual roles and establishing team cohesion. You will cook and prep alongside your Team Members, taking a hands-on approach to leading your team. You will work directly with management to implement menu innovation, meet goals in revenue, cost-management, and team culture. In addition, you will work with management on hiring, onboarding, and training your Team Members. This position will be a great learning opportunity, as you will be exposed to all aspects of restaurant ownership and management. Below are some of the things we will expect of you:
● Uphold the Eastcut Way and lead by example
● Foster a fun and compassionate environment for all Team Members
● Maintain highest quality standards in food production
● Maintain highest standards of food safety (responsible for maintaining high scores on health department inspections)
● Maintain appropriate inventory levels
● Foster vendor relationships and place orders
● Assist in scheduling team member shifts to appropriately meet the volumes of the business
● Practice Smiling Hospitality and ensure Team Members do the same – provide all guests with a five-star experience
● Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the restaurant
● Assist in oversight of FOH personnel as needed
● Develop working knowledge of all in-store operations including Front of House
Job Requirements:
● Hospitality and/or kitchen experience required; management experience preferred
● Previous Culinary or Hospitality education is a plus
● Current ServSafe Manager certificate is a plus - we provide training if not certified
● Ability to learn, train, and coach other Team Members in all aspects of operation
● A natural at showcasing Smiling Hospitality and inspiring Team Members to do the same
● Self-starter, with the ability to challenge yourself, ask questions, work hard, and grow
● Ability to be regularly present for scheduled shifts
● Ability to regularly lift 50lbs, bend, squat, and stand for extended periods of time
● Ability to occasionally work in hot or cold environments for extended periods of time
● Must be 18 years or older (NC ABC laws for serving beer and wine)
Benefits:
● Competitive salary starting at 50,000 DOE
● Full-time employees eligible for Qualified Healthcare Reimbursement Program
● Paid Time Off (for all employees, full-time and part-time)
● 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave (for all employees, full time and part-time)
● Employee Dining Program ($15 per day, whether working that day or not)
● Ongoing Training in Restaurant Management and Financials
● Weekly, Direct Deposit
We look forward to the opportunity to learn more about you and to tell you more about the Eastcut team and culture!