Executive Kitchen Manager

BJ's Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant chain known for delivering an exceptional dining experience that combines craft beer, great food, and an inviting atmosphere. With over 200 restaurants across the country and several new openings each year, BJ's Restaurants continues to grow rapidly while maintaining a culture that prioritizes connection, respect, advancement, fun, and trust, collectively known as their CRAFT values. BJ's Restaurants fosters an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace culture supported by employee resource groups such as WeCAN and IDEA, emphasizing both personal and professional development as well as community involvement and philanthropy. This focus on culture, combined with a performance-based benefits program and clear pathways for career advancement, creates a dynamic environment for employees to thrive and grow. BJ's offers a lucrative compensation package including competitive salary, quarterly bonus potential, comprehensive benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid vacation time, and even daily pay options for convenience. Relocation opportunities within the country add to the appeal of joining BJ's management team.

The Executive Kitchen Manager position at BJ's Restaurants is a full-time, exempt managerial role that plays a critical part in ensuring gold-standard operation of the restaurant throughout all shifts. With an anticipated salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 per year plus quarterly bonus potential, the compensation reflects experience, geographic location, and other qualifications. This leadership role demands a manager who can exercise independent judgment and discretion over more than half of their working hours, overseeing daily kitchen operations, food safety, guest service, and team member management. The Executive Kitchen Manager is entrusted with hiring, training, coaching, and supervising kitchen and restaurant staff, maintaining quality food and beverage execution through adherence to BJ's standards such as RAFTT (Recipe, Appearance, Flavor, Temperature, Texture), and ensuring compliance with all company policies including safety and sanitation. Key responsibilities include managing schedules, inventory, maintenance, and audits while fostering a positive workplace culture that emphasizes recognition, development, and accountability. Additionally, the Executive Kitchen Manager contributes to community engagement and local marketing efforts to drive sales and build restaurant reputation. This position involves extensive hands-on management, requiring the ability to stand, walk, and physically engage with the team for extended shifts. BJ's prides itself on nurturing a team-oriented, collaborative environment where managers help to craft unforgettable dining experiences by leading through example and maintaining high standards for service and operations. This role provides excellent opportunities for career growth through leadership development programs and participation in conferences, making it an ideal position for motivated individuals eager to advance within the hospitality industry at a thriving and fast-paced company.