Assistant Kitchen Manager

Salted is a pioneering restaurant group focused on revolutionizing the food industry with a delivery-first approach. Located in San Mateo, California, Salted is recognized as the largest delivery-first restaurant group in the United States, offering innovative, better-for-you cuisine that emphasizes clean-label and plant-driven dishes without compromising on taste. The company is committed to making healthy, delicious food accessible to a broad audience while maintaining operational excellence and a commitment to sustainability and quality. Salted is widely known for its commitment to career growth and fostering a collaborative, inclusive work culture where employees are empowered to grow both professionally and personally. This role is full-time with varied shifts including AM, PM, and midshifts, and the hourly pay ranges between $27 to $32. The position offers substantial benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members, a 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match after a year, free nutritious meals during shifts, and ongoing career development and growth opportunities.

The Assistant Kitchen Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting kitchen operations to ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation are maintained. This role acts as a key liaison between the kitchen staff and the hospitality team to ensure seamless customer service and efficient kitchen workflow. Responsibilities include supporting quality control, maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, helping onboard and train kitchen staff, managing inventory, conducting audits, and overseeing budget adherence. Additionally, the Assistant Kitchen Manager assists in meeting financial and operational targets by ensuring compliance with recipes, portion sizes, and company standards. They also play a crucial role in staff scheduling, payroll processing, and resolving customer service issues. The role requires a hands-on approach in addressing equipment and technical issues and supporting catering orders without compromising kitchen service. This position is ideal for professionals with a solid culinary foundation and leadership experience who are passionate about contributing to a dynamic, fast-paced kitchen environment and helping build the future of the restaurant industry with innovative, plant-based cuisine.