Assistant Kitchen Manager (Richmond, VA)

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) POSITION Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) REPORTS TO Kitchen Manager SUMMARY OF WORK PERFORMED The Assistant Kitchen Manager is responsible for the day to day operation of the Boston Pizza kitchen under the direction of the Kitchen Manager. This includes conducting the affairs of busi ness in regards to the kitchen the purchasing receiving and preparation of all foodstuffs according to company policies and practices the staffing and the on-going training supervision and development of the kitchen staff. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES General Ensure that all products received meet Boston Pizza International Inc. specification that the invoicing is correct in respect to quantity quality and price and that the products are properly dated rotated and stored. Maintain products that are prepared according to Boston Pizza manuals are properly served and will maintain control over prescribed food and labour costs and other kitchen related operating expenses. Kitchen Staff Supervision Ensure that all the kitchen staff are properly trained upon hiring and that any approved changes to menu recipes or procedures are communicated to the staff and effectively implemented. Ensure that there is adequate coverage at all times in the kitchen and will further ensure that all recipe assembly and plating procedures are followed out in accordance to Boston Pizza International Inc. specifications. Overlook the cleanliness of the kitchen and checklists and cleaning schedules are followed. Ensure a high standard of service efficiency sanitation and training and safety practices. Conducts meetings with staff at regular intervals and efficiently address staff member questions concerns as they arise. Purchasing and Production of Foodstuffs Purchase authorized products in appropriate amounts for the level of business expected. Ensure that the quality quantity and handling of all products is according to the Boston Pizza System in as defined in the Food Handling Procedure Manual Volume B. Conducts proper ordering procedures to maintain appropriate par levels of all kitchen related products. Other Duties Attend courses that are beneficial to business and personal develop ment in order to upgrade his her personal achievement at Boston Pizza. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will remain alert and interested in the food service industry remaining abreast of trends and drawing to the attention of the Corporate Office any concepts or ideas that may have application to Boston Pizza. They will also perform other such related tasks as may be assigned from time to time. Understand and utilize all safety and sanitation practices as defined in the safety program and report any accidents. Minimum of 2 years kitchen experience Minimum of 1 year Leadership or supervisor role