Sapporo-Stone Brewing

Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

Chula Vista, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401k
Bonuses
Company beer perks
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Career development programs

Job Description

Sapporo USA and Stone Brewing have joined forces to become one of the top 15 largest breweries in the United States, combining the rich legacies and deep-rooted traditions of two iconic beer makers. With breweries located on both coasts — in Escondido, California, and Richmond, Virginia — they craft a diverse portfolio of exceptional beers and create vibrant experiences at their Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens and Taproom locations. This partnership blends Sapporo’s long-standing heritage with Stone Brewing’s innovative approach, resulting in a company that is driven by passion, quality, and community. They are dedicated to brewing standout beers... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • culinary degree or equivalent preferred
  • at least 5 years related experience and or training as a sous chef or kitchen manager of a food service operation
  • must have at least 2 years supervisory experience
  • experience supervising food preparation and kitchen positions, and ensuring maintenance of health and safety standards
  • high-volume food production experience in excess of $1 million
  • must possess knowledge of the food industry
  • proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • must possess a Servsafe and or San Diego County Food Handlers Manager card
  • must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written
  • travel requirements: occasional travel to events and other Stone locations

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • culinary degree or equivalent preferred
  • at least 5 years of related experience and or training as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager of a food service operation
  • must have at least 2 years of supervisory experience
  • experience supervising food preparation and kitchen positions, and ensuring maintenance of health and safety standards
  • high-volume food production experience in excess of $1 million
  • must possess knowledge of the food industry
  • proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • must possess a Servsafe and or San Diego County Food Handlers Manager Card
  • must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written
  • travel requirements: occasional travel to events and other Stone locations

Job Duties

  • Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards
  • provide orientation of company and department rules, policies, and procedures, and oversee training of new kitchen team members to meet department and company objectives
  • make employment and termination decisions including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and separating with kitchen personnel as appropriate
  • manage all team member and chef onboarding, performance management, discipline, career development, payroll processes, and other employment changes and updates
  • partner with and support the Event Management team to ensure that all food and other products needed for events are prepped, finished, and ready to go according to BEOs
  • prepare all required paperwork related to team member files, payroll, employment changes, performance management, recruiting, terminations, and corrective actions in an organized and timely manner
  • ensure that all equipment is kept clean and organized and is kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant's preventative maintenance programs
  • ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed by following all receiving policies and procedures
  • responsible for controlling food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes, and waste control procedures
  • responsible for scheduling labor as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
  • responsible for ensuring proper opening and closing procedure compliance at the kitchen
  • maintain a safe, secure, and healthy facility environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures
  • comply with health and legal regulations
  • maintain security systems
  • responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas
  • manage all inventory procedures
  • check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
  • create a motivational environment with open and effective communication through various methods such as one on ones, quarterly check ins, and team meetings
  • use effective communication skills to partner with other company departments, leaders, vendors, and fans
  • other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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