Kitchen Manager

Job Description

The Kitchen Manager is an integral part of the taproom team. They are responsible for handling all kitchen processes and food handling processes. It is the Kitchen Manager's duty to schedule, train and manage the team of cooks as well as uphold the high standard of dishes.

• Directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion, and cost control
• Prepares a variety of meats, poultry, potatoes, breads, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in conveyor ovens and other types of heating equipment
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking/heating methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line station to assure a smooth service period
• Follows proper plate presentation and setup for all food items, utilizing plate pulls to ensure recipe and SOPs are in line
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows closing checklist for kitchen area
• Prepares all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner
• Works with Tap Room management team to plan and price menu items
• Creates standard recipe cards for all menu items
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floor, mats, walls, conveyor oven, and other equipment and food storage areas
• Controls food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes, and waste control procedures
• Schedules labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
• Ensures that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the taproom's recipes, portioning, and cooking/heating and serving standards
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including conveyor oven, freezers, refrigerators, prep stations, catering equipment, and walk-in cooler
• Ensures that all products are ordered according to product specifications and received properly, assuring that deliveries are in accordance with the Tap Room's procedures
• Oversees and ensures that Tap Room's policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis
• Is knowledgeable of Tap Room policies regarding personnel and administers prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures
• Checks/maintains proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points

• 3 years experience in varied kitchen positions including the role of kitchen manager
• 5 years experience in a similar capacity
• High School Diploma or GED
• Food protection and allergen awareness certifications

Level: 6

At the Boston Beer Company and in accordance with pay transparency laws, we are open about our salary ranges. For this role, the salary range is between $57,000 - $92,000. However, it's important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location. Additionally, this position qualifies for a discretionary annual bonus based on company and individual performance, and certain sales roles might include a car allowance.

• Tuition reimbursement
• Fertility/adoption support
• Free financial coaching
• Health & wellness program and discounts
• Professional development & training
• Free beer!

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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act. Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact  for assistance.

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