Assistant Kitchen Manager

Oakmont is a distinguished culinary establishment where guests come to unwind, connect, and indulge in thoughtfully crafted food and drinks within a warm and welcoming atmosphere. At its core, Oakmont embodies the spirit of great hospitality, which is both genuine and intentional. The experience offered is elevated, yet comfortably familiar, blending professionalism with approachability to create an inviting environment for all. The team at Oakmont is driven by a positive attitude, a deep pride in their craft, and a shared commitment to consistency, teamwork, and community. Every day and every shift, the staff shows up not only for each other but also for every guest, ensuring that the Oakmont experience is nothing short of exceptional.

The role of Assistant Kitchen Manager at Oakmont is pivotal in upholding the kitchen's standards and smooth operations. This hands-on leadership position demands a strong presence in the kitchen, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to lead by example during all service periods. The Assistant Kitchen Manager plays a crucial role in supporting daily back-of-house operations to maintain consistency in food quality and execution. They oversee kitchen flow, prep, and staffing to guarantee efficient and timely service. Ensuring every dish meets Oakmont’s high standards for quality, consistency, and presentation is a key responsibility.

In addition, the Assistant Kitchen Manager fosters a respectful, organized, and team-oriented kitchen environment. They work alongside all back-of-house team members, assist in training and developing new hires, and help promote ongoing team growth. This position involves partnering closely with the Kitchen Manager and leadership team during shifts, reinforcing company policies and operational standards, and providing coaching as well as performance feedback. By supporting a culture of accountability and teamwork, the Assistant Kitchen Manager helps maintain a positive and efficient kitchen culture.

This role also requires knowledge and enforcement of food safety and handling practices, proper labeling, storage, and organization of food products, and strict adherence to First-In, First-Out practices to reduce waste and maintain quality. Assisting with inventory management, ordering, and menu execution is part of the daily duties. The work environment emphasizes compliance with health, sanitation, and safety standards, along with proper maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities. Supporting team morale and encouraging pride in the work done are important aspects of the culture.

Financial and operational support responsibilities include food and beverage cost control and labor management through efficient scheduling and awareness of business levels. Communication is key in this position; the Assistant Kitchen Manager leads by example with steady presence, communicates expectations clearly during pre-shifts, completes required reporting, and addresses team concerns professionally. Familiarity with systems such as Restaurant365, Toast POS, and Office 365 is also expected.

Oakmont offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Benefits include competitive pay, employee and friends & family dining discounts, 80 hours of paid time off annually with increased accrual based on tenure, and medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents after 60 days. The company also provides short-term and long-term disability insurance after 60 days, a birthday meal, and observes closures on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Ongoing leadership development and advancement opportunities are integral parts of the employee experience at Oakmont.

The ideal candidate for the Assistant Kitchen Manager role is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates passion for food quality and consistency, is highly organized with strong attention to detail, and communicates clearly and effectively. Commitment to building a positive and efficient kitchen culture is essential. As an equal opportunity employer, Oakmont values diversity and inclusion, with employment at-will in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including ADA requirements. The position is classified as non-exempt and eligible for overtime per federal and state regulations.