Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,000.00 - $55,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
401k
Life insurance
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Job Description
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is an exciting and rapidly growing family entertainment company known for its unique blend of high-tech indoor karting, immersive virtual reality simulators, arcade games, and exceptional dining experiences. Scheduled to open a new location in Schaumburg, Illinois in early 2026, this vibrant company provides an engaging and dynamic environment where entertainment meets culinary excellence. Each Andretti Indoor Karting & Games venue showcases thrilling multi-level kart tracks, exciting group event spaces, and restaurants that feature a variety of handcrafted culinary creations and scratch cocktails, creating a comprehensive entertainment destination for guests of all ages.
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Job Requirements
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience leading high-volume kitchens
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Energetic and guest-focused with a commitment to operational excellence
Job Qualifications
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience leading high-volume kitchens
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Energetic and guest-focused with a commitment to operational excellence
- 2+ years of kitchen management experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments
- 2+ years of experience overseeing culinary operations for private events and large-scale functions
- Skilled in collaborating with event sales teams to execute seamless, high-quality food service experiences
- Experience managing banquets and/or events strongly preferred
- Certified in food safety practices with HACCP or ServSafe credentials
- Bilingual with the ability to effectively communicate across diverse teams and guest demographics
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a proven ability to inspire, motivate, and manage teams at all levels
- Strong background in training and developing culinary staff for long-term growth and performance
- In-depth understanding of food and labor cost controls to optimize profitability and efficiency
Job Duties
- Lead the culinary department with integrity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence
- Inspire and empower team members to consistently deliver exceptional, legendary service
- Assist in managing daily, weekly and monthly operations including food product ordering, staffing, scheduling, cleanliness, organization, service timing, and quality product
- Ensure banquets, buffets and event culinary offerings are consistent with AIKG standards, specifications, and brand consistency
- Maintain strict compliance with all environment and health board regulations governing food and beverage preparation and service
- Assist in the development and performance growth of culinary team members and supervisors
- Direct staff training initiatives and manage employee relations to ensure a productive and positive work environment
- Foster high morale within the culinary team through active leadership and ongoing support
- Take an active part in recruiting, hiring, and retaining top culinary talent
- Monitor and control food and labor costs to meet or exceed departmental budget targets
- Ensure all site inspections and health code evaluations consistently meet or exceed required standards
- Maintain impeccable organization and cleanliness across all kitchen, food service, and storage areas
- Collaborate with the sales team to coordinate culinary planning, staffing, and execution for events and group functions
- Help oversee the maintenance, inventory, and operational readiness of all kitchen equipment and culinary assets
- Always support the Andretti Indoor Karting and Games motto "Striving for Perfection: Achieving Excellence."
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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