Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $49,005.00 - $55,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
educational assistance
competitive pay
Daily Pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Job Description
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, founded in 1958, operates over 324 restaurants spanning 32 states across the United States and four Canadian provinces. The Perkins system encompasses 85 company-owned and operated restaurants alongside 234 franchised locations. Known for its commitment to personalized service and offering delicious homestyle food at great value, Perkins has built a reputable presence in the restaurant industry. The company's mission is deeply rooted in guest satisfaction, ensuring every visitor experiences excellent food quality and attentive service. Perkins’ long-standing success is attributed to its customer-first approach, continual employee development, and maintaining high operational standards. It is recognized not only for its warm breakfast offerings like its signature pancakes but also for fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work atmosphere for its employees.
The role of Kitchen Manager at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is crucial in maintaining these high standards in the back-of-the-house operations. As a Kitchen Manager, you will be entrusted with overseeing all kitchen operations to ensure that sales and profit goals are consistently met or exceeded. You will implement, manage, and enforce company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. Additionally, this position involves directing and motivating back-of-house staff to perform their duties effectively, guaranteeing maximum guest satisfaction and a positive work environment. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with the General Manager, participating in manpower planning, training, recruitment, and overall operational management. Unique opportunities include enrolling in the University of Perkins, completing manager training which awards college credit, and achieving and maintaining ServSafe certification.
Perkins values its employees highly, offering a range of comprehensive benefits such as educational assistance through DeVry University, competitive pay with incentive awards, daily pay options, and extensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The Kitchen Manager role offers flexible scheduling, employee discounts, and a clearly defined development pathway to support long-term career growth within the company. Physical readiness and adaptability are important, as the job requires extensive standing, exposure to kitchen elements, and performing tasks that demand physical strength and flexibility.
Overall, the Kitchen Manager at Perkins is a leadership role that blends operational expertise, staff development, and high standards in food quality and safety to uphold Perkins’ reputation and deliver outstanding guest experiences. This position is ideal for driven individuals who are passionate about restaurant management, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and aspire to advance their careers in the food service industry through a well-established and supportive organization.
The role of Kitchen Manager at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is crucial in maintaining these high standards in the back-of-the-house operations. As a Kitchen Manager, you will be entrusted with overseeing all kitchen operations to ensure that sales and profit goals are consistently met or exceeded. You will implement, manage, and enforce company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. Additionally, this position involves directing and motivating back-of-house staff to perform their duties effectively, guaranteeing maximum guest satisfaction and a positive work environment. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with the General Manager, participating in manpower planning, training, recruitment, and overall operational management. Unique opportunities include enrolling in the University of Perkins, completing manager training which awards college credit, and achieving and maintaining ServSafe certification.
Perkins values its employees highly, offering a range of comprehensive benefits such as educational assistance through DeVry University, competitive pay with incentive awards, daily pay options, and extensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The Kitchen Manager role offers flexible scheduling, employee discounts, and a clearly defined development pathway to support long-term career growth within the company. Physical readiness and adaptability are important, as the job requires extensive standing, exposure to kitchen elements, and performing tasks that demand physical strength and flexibility.
Overall, the Kitchen Manager at Perkins is a leadership role that blends operational expertise, staff development, and high standards in food quality and safety to uphold Perkins’ reputation and deliver outstanding guest experiences. This position is ideal for driven individuals who are passionate about restaurant management, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and aspire to advance their careers in the food service industry through a well-established and supportive organization.
Job Requirements
- Extensive standing without breaks
- exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold and odors
- bending, reaching, walking
- ability to reach heights of approximately 6 feet and depths of 2.5 to 3 feet
- high level of mobility and flexibility in space provided
- ability to fit through openings 30 inches wide
- ability to work irregular hours under heavy pressure and stress during busy times
- ability to carry trays weighing 20 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Job Qualifications
- One to two years previous experience in a supervisory role, preferably in food production
- high school diploma
- some college or degree preferred
- ability to communicate clearly with employees, vendors, and guests
- ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
Job Duties
- Assist the general manager in planning and analyzing administration and operations manpower
- responsible for achieving plan profit levels while ensuring maximum guest satisfaction
- assist in planning and analysis of restaurant unit manpower, ensuring development and training of employees including subordinate managers
- assist general manager in recruitment, training, and new hire orientation
- attend University of Perkins and complete coursework
- achieve and maintain ServSafe certification
- perform and assist in all functions for all positions in the restaurant
- ensure menu items are prepared, portioned, and presented properly in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner
- monitor food temperatures during handling to prevent food-borne illness
- ensure compliance with productivity and service standards by scheduling and staffing well-trained employees
- manage facility and equipment through preventive maintenance, energy conservation, repairs, security, and safety adherence
- maintain inventory levels through correct ordering and efficient usage
- manage accurate financial data including supplies, inventories, food cost, payroll, and operating expenses
- anticipate, identify, and correct system breakdowns
- prepare and review financial reports
- attend restaurant and regional team meetings and present to management as requested
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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