Kitchen Manager- Northside Illegal Pete's - Denver, CO

"Do something just because it's rad." – Pete, founder of Illegal Pete's · Kitchen and management experience REQUIRED · The Kitchen Manager is the captain of the kitchen. They work closely with GM and AGM to operate the restaurant with their primary focus on all things kitchen and ...

Job description

"Do something just because it's rad." – Pete, founder of Illegal Pete's

Kitchen and management experience REQUIRED

The Kitchen Manager is the captain of the kitchen. They work closely with GM and AGM to operate the restaurant with their primary focus on all things kitchen and food. 

The More. The Merrier. And we mean it…….

MORE MONEY

• Starting Annual Salary $68,870 + $10,200 (paid quarterly), PTO, employer paid health benefits, 401k match after 1 year, and more

MORE BENEFITS

• Do you want medical, dental, and vision insurance? We got you
• Do you want a 401k to start saving for retirement and have a match from us? We got you
• Paid Time Off based on position and time with us

MORE FUN – BURRITOS & BUDDIES

• No lame uniforms. Wear what makes you feel good.
• Support for local music, arts, and comedy
• Free concert tickets
• Free sporting event tickets
• Free & discounted meals
• Discounted Merch

MORE OPPORTUNITY

• 60% of our Home Office Support Team started in the field

We like to party, and we want to party with you Come see why we have the lowest turnover in the industry. Come join our team. Everyone, and we mean EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

About Illegal Pete's

Ever been to a Chipotle and thought wow this place would be rad if it were more fun and the food tasted better? So did we

Since 1995, we have been pushing the boundaries of what fast casual food is. It's a place where people actually want to hang out. It is a place for Burritos Buddies and Beer We use only the highest quality ingredients to make the best damn food and drinks you can find. Food that you will be proud to serve to your friends, your family, and every guest.

BUT….we go beyond serving delicious food and drinks, we are a part of the community. It is our mission to help give back to our crew, customers, and community by doing things the right way.

Kitchen Manager Job SUMMARY

Runs Great Shifts and run the kitchen on a daily basis - Knows How to Run the Show and Deliver Flawless Execution for Our Guests and Team, Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Standards (Operations / Facilities)

• KM - All Kitchen & Shift Responsibilities (Open or Close)
• Daily Team Deployment & Routines
• Kitchen Prep Schedule / List - Prep & Pull
• Tastes food for quality and flavor (at least 2X per shift)
• Flawless Food Recipe Execution
• Timing / Quality & Freshness of Drinks
• Safety & Security - Food / Team

People

• Hiring- Interviewing, Hiring & Onboarding
• Interviewing, Hiring & Onboarding
• Training - Initial / Cross-training / New Position
• Team Member Development, Practices & Follow-up
• Evaluations / Communication - 1 on 1
• Team's Plan / Daily Development
• Daily Communication / Shift Hand-Off Success
• Restaurant Team Meetings
• Creates Energy & Great Vibe - Atmosphere
• Trains & Mentors S2 - Kitchen Supervisor
• Constantly Teaches, Trains & Coaches the Team

Sales / Results / Profit (Financials)

• Food Accountability
• Food Ordering / Waste & Yields / Par Levels / Variances
• Proper Receiving / Organization / Rotation
• Inventory Accountability / Food Cost - Daily & EOP
• Equipment & Tools - Care & Respect
• Guest Service & Feedback
• 3rd Party Inspection Results - action plans

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED (UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED)

• 3-5 years kitchen experience required
• 1-3 years management experience required
• Ability to listen effectively & give / take direction
• Ability to work well under the pressure of meeting tight deadlines in a timely manner
• Comfortable with the Computer and the functions that are expected from a manager
• Good communication, organizational & time-management skills
• Ability to recognize problems and problem solve
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse workforce
• Ability to set goals and convert plans into action
• Must safely operate commercial equipment
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Reliable form of transportation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintains Health, Safety & Quality Assurance in all aspects of the restaurant
• Creates a positive work environment and promote a great culture
• Able to work in a fast-paced / stressful environment
• Overtime may be required during peak business hours, when short-staffed or during new restaurant openings
• Must be able to bend & reach overhead often while working in tight spaces
• Must possess dexterity to use and work equipment
• Must be able to communication throughout the day
• Can maintain a constant state of alertness & safe manner
• Requires walking primarily on a level surface throughout the workday
• May include lifting to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Proper lifting techniques required

COMPETENCIES

• Builds a Strong Culture - Achieves through Teamwork
• Owns It- Executes for Results
• Develops & Supports a Great Team - Finds, Trains, Builds, & Leverages Talent
• Inspires / Influences Others - Leads through Influence
• Surprises Our Guest with the Experience - Puts All Guests First
• Is Real / Keeps It Real -Communicates Effectively & Candidly
• Is Bold -Leads Change & Innovation
• Creates Long Term Growth -Great Shifts Grow Sales

Application Window

Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Illegal Pete's positions accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days from the posting date listed. This position is open and still accepting applications. 

Salary Description
Annual Salary $68,870 + $10k Bonus Potential