Kitchen Manager

Assistant Kitchen Manager – Hadley

Love Local. Lead with Purpose. Grow with Us.

The Skinny Pancake is on a mission to change the world by building a safer, healthier, and more delicious food shed while creating everyday enjoyment that's fun and affordable. Born and raised in Vermont, we expanded into Massachusetts and quickly fell in love with the Hadley community. We're now seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager who shares our passion for local food and is committed to helping us continue to grow in our new home and those to come.

About Us

We're a Vermont‑based, mission‑driven creperie with a long history of supporting local farmers, strengthening our regional food shed, and engaging deeply with our communities. Our goal is simple: create a warm, comfort‑casual dining experience for guests and a supportive, growth‑oriented workplace for our team.

We're now seeking a full‑time Assistant Kitchen Manager to join our Hadley crew. If you thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen, love the local food scene, and want to grow with a company that values people and purpose, this role is for you.

What We Offer

• $21–$25/hour depending on experience
• A welcoming, collaborative environment where you can show up as yourself
• Paid, comprehensive training
• Free shift meal every day you work
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance options
• Dining discounts
• 401(k) with company match
• 40 hours of accrued paid time off
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Real opportunities for growth as we expand in Massachusetts

What We're Looking For

• 3 years of restaurant experience, including cooking, guest service, and management experience
• The ability to coordinate multiple made‑to‑order dishes while maintaining quality and timing
• Ability to work 8 to 10-hour shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• A hospitality‑driven mindset and a desire to support and uplift your team
• Willingness to learn, teach, and cross‑train
• ServSafe Food Manager, Allergy, and Chokesafe Certification
• Experience in a high‑volume, fast‑paced kitchen preferred

What You'll Do

Kitchen Operations

• Prepare food to order with consistency, quality, and speed
• Work the line as a crepe monster and trainer
• Perform opening and closing duties
• Handle prep, cooking, crepe spinning, and cleaning
• Follow sanitation procedures and uphold food safety standards
• Use recipes and portion control to maintain quality and cost accuracy
• Balance high volume with high quality

Leadership & Support

• Serve as a key holder, opening and/or closing the restaurant
• Train, support, and supervise team members
• Cover Assistant General Manager duties when needed
• Perform cash operations and ensure accurate financial transactions
• Jump into both kitchen and dining room roles as needed
• Assist with inventory, specials rollouts, and ordering
• Support the team in meeting or exceeding financial and profitability goals

The Skinny Pancake is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military status, or veteran status.

All benefits are subject to the guidelines in the employee handbook.

Apply today to become our next Assistant Kitchen Manager

Love Local. The Skinny Pancake is on a mission to change the world by building a safer, healthier, and more delicious food shed while creating everyday enjoyment that is both fun and affordable. Please join us.

Pay: $ $25.00 / hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Other

Job Type: fulltime

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Holidays
• On call
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Other

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site

Salary : $21 - $25