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PJW Restaurant Group

Kitchen Manager

Chester, PA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $62,000.00 - $68,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
employee discount
Health Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid training
Referral program
weekly pay
Employee perks program

Job Description

PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub is a well-established dining destination located in the King of Prussia area. Known for its neighborhood vibe, excellent guest experience, and community-driven atmosphere, each PJ Whelihan's location embodies a unique feel influenced by its founder's grandfather. The restaurants are popular for their high-quality food, especially their famous wings, which have become a local tradition, attracting loyal customers and fans. The venues feature impressive TV packages for sports enthusiasts and boast a busy bar with an extensive selection of beers on tap, including the signature PJW Copper Lager brewed by Victory Brewing Company. PJ Whelihan's prides... Show More

Job Requirements

  • at least 1 year of kitchen manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant concept
  • ServSafe Certification
  • ability to lead and make decisions using restaurant management guidelines
  • ability to analyze P & L statements and work within a budget
  • a friendly, approachable attitude
  • ability to communicate effectively to employees, management and guests
  • can-do attitude, initiative and willingness to learn and execute quickly
  • ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks
  • basic computer skills
  • ability to work with scheduling, time and attendance and POS systems

Job Qualifications

  • at least 1 year of kitchen manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant concept
  • ServSafe Certification required
  • ability to lead and make decisions using restaurant management guidelines
  • ability to analyze P & L statements and work within a budget
  • a friendly, approachable attitude and ability to communicate effectively to employees, management and guests
  • have a can-do attitude, initiative, and the willingness to learn and execute quickly
  • ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks
  • possess basic computer skills and the ability to work with a scheduling, time and attendance and POS system

Job Duties

  • achieve company objectives in sales, food quality, food presentation, kitchen safety, sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment
  • ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, presentation and serving standards
  • fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests
  • provide timely and constructive feedback and coaching to employees regarding their performance
  • ensure both positive and negative performance is documented and communicated accordingly
  • schedule cooks and utility workers as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
  • partner with the General Manager in making employment and termination decisions for kitchen staff
  • prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner
  • ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs
  • ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the PJW Restaurant Group’s receiving policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location