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BJ's Restaurants

Executive Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k plan
Paid vacation
Quarterly bonus
Daily Pay
Relocation opportunities

Job Description

BJ's Restaurants is a well-established and rapidly growing casual dining restaurant chain known for its commitment to delivering high-quality food and an exceptional guest experience. With over 200 locations nationwide and continuous expansion, BJ's Restaurants has built a reputation for integrating craft beer, great food, and a welcoming atmosphere that creates a memorable experience for its customers. The company's culture is deeply rooted in its core values, represented by the acronym CRAFT - Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and Trust. BJ's prioritizes a performance-based, promotion-from-within culture that fosters career growth and development for its employees. Alongside competitive compensation, BJ's offers comprehensive... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
  • high personal integrity, professionalism and maturity
  • ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • solid relationship management and performance management skills
  • ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team
  • strong understanding of BJ's goals and objectives
  • good communication skills
  • exceptional interpersonal skills with focus on listening and questioning
  • strong writing and documentation skills
  • ability to absorb and retain information quickly
  • keen attention to detail
  • proven problem-solving abilities
  • ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks with appropriate sense of urgency in a high-performance environment
  • exceptional guest service orientation
  • experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for 8-10 hour shifts
  • ability to lift 50 pounds
  • ability to bend, stoop and raise arms above head on occasion
  • ability to speak, read and write English

Job Qualifications

  • A minimum of 2 years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
  • high personal integrity, professionalism and maturity
  • ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • solid relationship management and performance management skills
  • ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team
  • strong understanding of BJ's goals and objectives
  • good communication skills
  • exceptional interpersonal skills with focus on listening and questioning
  • strong writing and documentation skills
  • ability to absorb and retain information quickly
  • keen attention to detail
  • proven problem-solving abilities
  • ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks with appropriate sense of urgency in a high-performance environment
  • exceptional guest service orientation
  • experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for 8-10 hour shifts
  • ability to lift 50 pounds
  • ability to bend, stoop, and raise arms above head on occasion
  • ability to speak, read, and write English

Job Duties

  • Perform open/mid-day/closing duties
  • conduct daily briefings on matters of importance to the team
  • manage all necessary repair and maintenance issues
  • manage the Restaurant Risk Review audit process and implement necessary changes to ensure 100% compliance
  • manage local restaurant marketing, sales building, and community involvement
  • update the daily communication board with key restaurant and promotion announcements
  • facilitate and participate in continued education programs including creating training programs
  • exercise discretion and independent judgment in facilitating zone management (hospitality, guest relations, quality fast)
  • facilitate 10 minute drills with team members focusing on cleaning and sanitation
  • ensure 100% compliance with all company policies and laws including health and safety standards
  • ensure compliance with BJ's Code of Ethics, Integrity and Conduct, BJ's Seven C's, and BJ's Principles of Professional Service
  • ensure safety and sanitation
  • monitor food and beverage quality and execution
  • conduct RAFTT (Recipe-Appearance-Flavor-Temperature-Texture) twice daily on a specific food and drink item
  • conduct quarterly food reviews with DO or RKOM
  • prepare and receive orders of food and beverages, adjusting orders based on business peaks, large parties, and promotions
  • conduct weekly inventories to ensure proper stock levels and assess ordering patterns
  • monitor and validate daily prep production
  • coach, mentor, and discipline hourly team members
  • monitor and facilitate team member recognition
  • make recommendations concerning development, promotion, and disciplinary action affecting team members
  • make hiring and termination decisions or recommendations to General Manager
  • cooperate with Team Member Relations Department and management team in investigating Team Member Hotline and Restaurant Support Center inquiries relating to restaurant
  • train, coach, and develop team members to ensure gold standard service
  • manage guest relations and guest recovery

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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