What are the responsibilities and job description for the KITCHEN MANAGER position at The Cowfish, Charlotte?
Description
Locally owned and in the heart of SouthPark, The Cowfish is well known as the spot for the
freshest sushi and best burgers around! We operate with our core values at the heart of
everything we do: guest service, high quality ingredients, health, safety and a commitment to
culture. We are looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager to join our dedicated team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain food quality and safety standards.
- Oversee all phases of food production including inventory, ordering, storage, preparation, and execution to service time standards.
- Monitor and coach team members on performance and compliance. Train and develop team members to their highest potential.
- Evaluate work procedures and identify methods for increasing efficacy or productivity.
- Write weekly work schedules to accommodate team members and sales volumes.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, and functional kitchen. Maintain the working condition of all equipment to reduce operating costs.
- Recruit and interview applicants, hire and onboard new team members.
- Monitor and control food and labor costs using established methods to meet goals for the store.
Benefits
- Bonus programs based on meeting company set goals
- Paid training
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Meal discounts
- 2, one week paid vacations per year
- 401(k) plan
- ServSafe Certification classes
- Closed Easter, July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Early closures on Super Bowl Sunday and Halloween
The Cowfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Cowfish does not discriminate based on
race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin,
marital status, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Requirements
- Previous supervisory OR hospitality industry experience required.
- Sushi experience preferred
- Exceptional people skills.
- High degree of flexibility and adaptability. Must be able to manage multiple projects and work well under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and communication skills.
- Must be approachable and have good leadership skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds (including trash bags).
- Position requires prolonged standing, bending, twisting and repetitive hand and wrist motion.
- Work with hot, cold, and/or hazardous materials and equipment.
- A valid driver's license, proof of insurance and non-slip shoes are required.