Assistant Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Location: Walled Lake, MI

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Kitchen Manager

Pay: $18/hour (plus overtime)

*** Health benefits, paid time off, and employee discount ***

*** MUST be available evenings, weekdays, and weekends ***

*** This is a full-time position with primarily evening shifts, requiring availability on weekdays and weekends.***

Overview

We’re looking for a dependable, hands-on Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role works closely with the Kitchen Manager to ensure food quality, team performance, and smooth service.

Key Responsibilities :
1. Kitchen Leadership & Team Support:

• Assist in supervising and leading kitchen staff during daily operations
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and coaching of kitchen employees
• Help enforce performance standards, policies, and procedures
• Step in as acting Kitchen Manager when needed

2. Food Quality & Execution:

• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Follow and enforce recipes, prep standards, and cooking procedures
• Maintain speed, accuracy, and cleanliness during service

3. Operations & Safety:

• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

4. Inventory & Cost Control:

• Assist with inventory counts, ordering, and stock rotation
• Monitor food waste and help control food costs
• Receive and properly store deliveries

5. Team Culture & Communication:

• Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable kitchen culture
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house leadership
• Address team concerns professionally and promptly

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of kitchen leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• Experience with high-volume service is a plus

Requirements:

Authentically exhibit the company’s Core Values. On our P.A.T.H. to success, we are:

• POSITIVE: Respectful, friendly, and helpful
• ACCOUNTABLE: Punctual, dependable, and dedicated
• TRUSTWORTHY: Honest, loyal, and operating with integrity
• HARDWORKING: Going the extra mile, never compromising quality, and exceeding expectations

Additional requirements include:

• Availability to work evenings, weekdays, and weekends
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Reliable transportation

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
• Health benefits, paid time off, and employee discounts
• Opportunities for advancement into Kitchen Manager and higher leadership roles
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment

If you’re looking to succeed at a progressive, growth-oriented company and you meet our Core Values, we’d love to talk to you! We offer part-time and full-time opportunities with:
Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off.

If you’re looking to succeed at a progressive, growth-oriented company and you meet our Core Values, we’d love to talk to you! We offer part-time and full-time opportunities with:
Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off.