Assistant Kitchen Manager

Little Rock, AR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid vacation

Parental leave

short-term disability

long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

profit-sharing program

Quarterly stock units

Paid Maternity Leave

Bereavement leave

Adoption assistance

Business travel insurance

Identity Theft Protection

holiday bonus

Job Description

Texas Roadhouse is a vibrant and dynamic restaurant chain that prides itself on being a people-first company, renowned for serving legendary steaks and providing legendary service. With a strong commitment to quality, Texas Roadhouse thrives on creating a warm and welcoming environment where love for what we do today fuels us as we prepare for the successes of tomorrow. Known for its scratch-made meals and lively atmosphere, Texas Roadhouse has cultivated a culture centered around passion, integrity, partnership, and fun with purpose. As a part of the Texas Roadhouse family, employees, affectionately known as Roadies, enjoy a fulfilling work experience surrounded by friendly competition, formal training programs, and clear pathways for career advancement.

Texas Roadhouse is currently seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Assistant Kitchen Manager to join its team. This important role supports the Kitchen Manager by overseeing the daily operations of the Back of House (BOH) and ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, and safety. The Assistant Kitchen Manager is instrumental in maintaining the legendary food quality that Texas Roadhouse is known for by supervising food production, managing inventory, enforcing compliance with employment policies, and enforcing safe food handling procedures. This role demands a hands-on leader who can engage directly with kitchen staff, assist in peak service times, and uphold cleanliness and equipment maintenance across the restaurant.

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid leave, adoption assistance, and other perks designed to support the well-being and growth of the employee. The Assistant Kitchen Manager role provides an opportunity to be part of an award-winning restaurant team that values employee development through ongoing training and professional growth opportunities. If you have a passion for quality food, team leadership, and creating exceptional dining experiences, Texas Roadhouse invites you to apply and become a Roadie who lives the company’s core values every day.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment
Ability to manage and lead a team
Knowledge of safe food handling procedures
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
Physical ability to perform kitchen duties and stand for long periods

Job Qualifications

Previous experience in kitchen management or food service leadership
Strong leadership and communication skills
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Experience in inventory management
Ability to conduct food quality checks
Commitment to upholding company core values
High school diploma or equivalent

Job Duties

Supervises and oversees the production of food
In conjunction with all management, enforces compliance with all employment policies in area of responsibility
Monitors tickets and sets the pace during peak hours
Manages through hands on supervision of the restaurant, including non-scheduled assistance with serving, hosting, cooking, etc
Conducts formal line taste and temp checks
Ensures proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
At the direction of Kitchen Manager, manages inventory and tracks waste
Monitors and maintains cleanliness and proper maintenance of equipment directly or through staff
Ensures consistency in food and service to increase sales
Understands and practices safe food handling procedures
Ensures Back of House employees are following established recipes and procedures
Creates a safe environment and assists in developing Back of House employees
Ensures that the cleanliness of the restaurant and safety of guests are maintained at all times
Maintains culture of the restaurant and lives core values every day
passion, integrity, partnership, and fun with purpose