PRIME PIZZA | Kitchen Manager

Do enjoy making pizzas? Eating pizzas? Running a team?

Well here at Prime Pizza we're hiring for KITCHEN MANAGERs for multiple locations.

Job Details

Title: Kitchen Manager

Reports to: General Manager

Direct reports: lead pizza cooks, pizza cooks, prep cooks & dishwashers

Overview: The kitchen Manager is responsible for managing the daily culinary operations for Prime Pizza. This role is responsible for directing the back of house team to deliver the best product and guest experience in accordance with brand standards and guidelines. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for the quality and execution for the full menu at Prime Pizza.

Essential Job Functions:

Brand

The KM is responsible for delivering the highest level of execution for guest experience, superior product and hospitality.

The KM ensures that their kitchen follows company guidelines and best practices to deliver best in class experiences.

Fosters an environment of diversity and inclusion

Leadership

The KM provides leadership to the entire team in their operation in collaboration with the GM by modeling best practices, setting clear expectations and advocating for their team.

The KM delivers weekly staff meetings to highlight opportunities for improvement, recognize achievement and brand messages.

Operations

The KM leads the operation to ensure the optimal performance for their outlet.

Maintains the facility to the highest standards to ensure that all equipment and store is maintained according to state and local health guidelines and codes.

Manages the purchasing for food, and operating supplies in accordance with brand standards and financial guidelines.

Manages inventory levels, proper food handling practices and rotation to ensure product is maintained in accordance with local health and safety regulations.

The KM is responsible for the maintain the cleanliness and safety of the kitchen in collaboration with the GM.

The KM maintains and develops recipes and production standards for all food items prepared and served at Prime Pizza.

Human Resources

Hires and maintains the staffing levels needed in the kitchen to deliver the best service experience within the financial models for their business.

Provides training and development for each role to educate and empower their team.

Delivers appropriate coaching and counseling to their team.

Delivers timely performance reviews with all employees.

Supports the GM with payroll and time keeping to ensure that payroll reports are submitted on time.

Financial Performance

The KM is responsible for driving financial performance with their controllable, food and labor costs.

Conducts period end inventory and reporting with finance and accounting.

Reviews monthly P&L statements for accuracy and insights into operational performance.

Working Conditions and Expectations:

Work schedule may require weekends and holidays, early morning and late evenings.

Shifts will range from 8 – 12 hours.

Fast-paced, crowded, loud environment.

Follow safety and sanitation rules and laws at all times.

Coaching and mentoring staff to develop a team and encourage promoting within.

Qualifications:

College degree in business or related field or at least 3 years of Kitchen Management.`

Experience in training, developing, and leading teams of 15-20 employees

Ordering, receiving, and controlling inventory experience preferred

Strong communication and team player skills

High level of accountability

Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a POS system.

Physical Requirements:

Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).

Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Management reserves the right to make updates and changes to this job description as seen fit for the best interest of the restaurant, employees, and guests.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.