Assistant Kitchen Manager

Outback Steakhouse is a well-established, casual dining restaurant chain known for its Australian-themed menu, exceptional customer service, and warm, inviting atmosphere. With multiple locations nationwide, Outback Steakhouse is part of Bloomin' Brands, a global restaurant company that focuses on delivering excellent dining experiences. The brand prides itself on a team-centric work environment that encourages individual personality and growth, making it an excellent place for employees to thrive both personally and professionally. As a company, Outback Steakhouse values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace where everyone is given equal employment opportunities regardless of their background. Benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401k plans are offered to eligible employees, underscoring the company’s commitment to supporting its team members' health and financial well-being.

The role of Assistant Kitchen Manager at Outback Steakhouse is crucial to maintaining high standards in the kitchen and ensuring smooth back-of-house operations. The Assistant Kitchen Manager acts as a leader and coach to team members, supporting Kitchen Managers with daily restaurant kitchen standards and quality control. This position requires someone who can work independently with limited supervision while motivating the team to deliver an outstanding culinary experience. The ideal candidate embraces a coaching mindset, thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment, and understands the importance of maintaining food safety, sanitation, and quality standards consistently. The Assistant Kitchen Manager plays an instrumental role by managing schedules, monitoring inventory, ensuring adherence to recipes and food preparation protocols, and maintaining equipment standards like freezer and refrigeration temperatures.

Moreover, this role entails conducting health inspections, reviewing daily sanitation checklists, and evaluating previous shifts to identify areas of improvement. The Assistant Kitchen Manager is responsible for setting up the opening kitchen crew, tracking shelf-life adherence, and overseeing cook times to optimize food quality and customer satisfaction. This position is well-suited for candidates with prior back-of-house restaurant experience who have proven leadership abilities and a passion for culinary excellence. It offers a dynamic work environment where one’s leadership skills and culinary knowledge directly impact guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. Compensation varies by location, and flexible scheduling is required to meet the needs of the restaurant. Joining Outback Steakhouse as an Assistant Kitchen Manager means becoming part of a team that not only values fun and personality but also provides pathways for career advancement and skill development.