Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Bonuses
Free Bowling
Free laser tag
Company-wide contests
Job Description
Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Center, located in Raleigh, NC, is a premier family-friendly destination known for combining exciting entertainment options with a full-service dining experience. As a popular spot for bowling, laser tag, and arcade games, Stars and Strikes strives to provide its guests not only with thrilling activities but also with high-quality food and beverage options crafted to enhance the overall experience. Being a part of a family-owned and operated business, Stars and Strikes takes pride in fostering a work environment that feels like home to its team members, valuing collaboration, continuous growth, and community involvement. The company is expanding steadily across the Southeast, which opens up significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the organization.
We are currently seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to join our high-volume, fast-paced restaurant team at the Raleigh location. The Kitchen Manager will be entrusted with leading the back-of-house operations, ensuring that all food preparation, sanitation, and inventory control meet county health standards and company policies. This role is vital to maintaining the quality, consistency, and safety of our restaurant and catering menus. If you have at least two years of restaurant experience coupled with leadership or management skills, and are passionate about culinary excellence in a dynamic environment, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career.
As a Kitchen Manager at Stars and Strikes, you will be responsible for supervising the kitchen staff, keeping them informed about processes and current menu specials, and ensuring the highest level of food safety by adhering to ServSafe standards. You will oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food and beverage items to manage costs effectively, keeping a close eye on food cost of goods sold (COGS) and labor expenses. Your leadership will drive teamwork and exemplary performance by training, scheduling, and developing your kitchen team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to motivate a team in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Stars and Strikes offers a supportive culture that encourages ongoing training through online resources and provides chances for team members to contribute positively to the community. Join us and enjoy perks like health benefits, 401k plans, paid time off, and free access to our entertainment offerings such as bowling and laser tag. We believe in creating a fun, inclusive workplace where our employees succeed together and feel like an integral part of our family-owned business.
We are currently seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to join our high-volume, fast-paced restaurant team at the Raleigh location. The Kitchen Manager will be entrusted with leading the back-of-house operations, ensuring that all food preparation, sanitation, and inventory control meet county health standards and company policies. This role is vital to maintaining the quality, consistency, and safety of our restaurant and catering menus. If you have at least two years of restaurant experience coupled with leadership or management skills, and are passionate about culinary excellence in a dynamic environment, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career.
As a Kitchen Manager at Stars and Strikes, you will be responsible for supervising the kitchen staff, keeping them informed about processes and current menu specials, and ensuring the highest level of food safety by adhering to ServSafe standards. You will oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food and beverage items to manage costs effectively, keeping a close eye on food cost of goods sold (COGS) and labor expenses. Your leadership will drive teamwork and exemplary performance by training, scheduling, and developing your kitchen team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to motivate a team in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Stars and Strikes offers a supportive culture that encourages ongoing training through online resources and provides chances for team members to contribute positively to the community. Join us and enjoy perks like health benefits, 401k plans, paid time off, and free access to our entertainment offerings such as bowling and laser tag. We believe in creating a fun, inclusive workplace where our employees succeed together and feel like an integral part of our family-owned business.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of two years of restaurant experience
- Management and/or hospitality experience a plus
- Experience in managing COGS and labor
- ServSafe certified or able to complete certification
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of restaurant experience
- Management or hospitality experience is a plus
- ServSafe certified or ability to complete certification
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience managing food cost and labor
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Job Duties
- Manage back-of-house sanitation and operations by following county health standards and company BOH processes
- Keep the kitchen team updated on processes and current specials
- Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food and beverage items
- Lead by example and assist co-workers to promote teamwork
- Train, develop, and schedule kitchen team members
- Manage food cost of goods sold and labor expenses effectively
- Ensure compliance with ServSafe standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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