Karl Strauss Brewing Company is looking for an Assistant Kitchen Manager to join our San Diego Brewery Restaurant Management team. We invite qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter along with salary requirements to jobs@karlstrauss.com, Att: Human Resources please use reference code AKM112.

The Assistant Kitchen Manager is responsible for effectively managing all operations of the kitchen in his/her assigned brewery restaurant location under limited to no supervision in the Chef’s absence. This position is a “hands-on, multi-tasking” position, which requires working on the line during high volume periods as well as leading his/her team of direct reports.

Essential Functions and Duties
- Assists the Chef in placing product orders utilizing the established procedures, products and approved vendors.
- Manages the dating and proper rotation of all food products training hourly employees on FIFO rotation system.
- Makes recommendations to the Chef on new and/or existing recipes streamlining efficiency and execution.
- Manages assigned hourly staff including maintaining proper staffing levels, approving schedule changes, making recommendations on hiring/firing/wage adjustments, approving overtime hours, providing prompt and detailed disciplinary action when necessary, and providing for meal and rest breaks.
- Other responsibilities as determined and assigned by management.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 3-4 years applicable experience within a full service, high volume restaurant in a multi-unit concept.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent. Professional culinary education and/or background preferred.
- Successful completion of the ServSafe training program and/or current Food Handler’s Card.
- Effective communication and demonstrated leadership skills.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with Aloha POS systems and GAAP practices perferred.
- Must be able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced setting, prioritizing work assignments and managing multiple projects at one time.

Visit our web page at http://www.karlstrauss.com for more company information.

• Location: San Diego
• Compensation: DOE
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