Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Meal Allowances
Job Description
Buca is a well-established Italian restaurant renowned for its authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional dining experience. With a strong commitment to quality, hospitality, and operational excellence, Buca offers its guests a warm and inviting atmosphere where culinary traditions meet modern dining expectations. The restaurant prides itself on delivering high standards in food quality, customer service, and a welcoming environment for both guests and employees. As a valued member of the hospitality industry, Buca continuously strives to uphold its reputation through diligent management, innovative culinary practices, and a dedicated team of professionals.
The role of Assistant General Manager / Kitchen Manager at Buca is a critical position that supports the General Manager in overseeing the complete operation of the restaurant, with a primary focus on kitchen management and overall guest satisfaction. This hybrid role requires a dynamic individual who can balance the responsibilities of managing kitchen staff and operations while also contributing to the overall restaurant management goals. The Assistant GM / Kitchen Manager is tasked with ensuring kitchen efficiency, maintaining food quality, enforcing health and safety regulations, and driving operational success. This role demands strong leadership to motivate a diverse team, maintain smooth collaboration between the kitchen and front-of-house staff, and uphold Buca's standards of excellence in Italian cuisine and hospitality. By fostering a positive and productive work environment, the Assistant GM / Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in the restaurant's ongoing success and reputation.
The role of Assistant General Manager / Kitchen Manager at Buca is a critical position that supports the General Manager in overseeing the complete operation of the restaurant, with a primary focus on kitchen management and overall guest satisfaction. This hybrid role requires a dynamic individual who can balance the responsibilities of managing kitchen staff and operations while also contributing to the overall restaurant management goals. The Assistant GM / Kitchen Manager is tasked with ensuring kitchen efficiency, maintaining food quality, enforcing health and safety regulations, and driving operational success. This role demands strong leadership to motivate a diverse team, maintain smooth collaboration between the kitchen and front-of-house staff, and uphold Buca's standards of excellence in Italian cuisine and hospitality. By fostering a positive and productive work environment, the Assistant GM / Kitchen Manager plays a vital role in the restaurant's ongoing success and reputation.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a kitchen management or assistant general manager role within a full-service restaurant
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen operations
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing and motivating a diverse team
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent culinary degree or relevant certification preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a kitchen management or assistant general manager role within a full-service restaurant
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen operations
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing and motivating a diverse team
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays
- Culinary arts degree or certification from an accredited institution preferred
- Experience working in Italian cuisine or similar full-service dining environments preferred
- Familiarity with restaurant management software and inventory control systems preferred
- Certification in ServSafe or equivalent food safety training preferred
- Demonstrated success in cost control and budget management preferred
Job Duties
- Assist the General Manager in daily restaurant operations including staff scheduling inventory management and financial performance monitoring
- Manage kitchen staff by providing training guidance and performance evaluations to ensure high standards of food quality and safety
- Oversee food preparation processes to maintain consistency portion control and adherence to recipes and presentation standards
- Ensure compliance with all health safety and sanitation regulations within the kitchen and storage areas
- Collaborate with front-of-house management to coordinate service flow and address any operational challenges promptly
- Monitor inventory levels and work with suppliers to order ingredients and kitchen supplies efficiently
- Implement and maintain cost control measures to optimize profitability without compromising quality
- Support recruitment onboarding and retention efforts to build a skilled and motivated kitchen team
- Participate in regular meetings with management to review performance metrics and develop improvement strategies
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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