Sally's Apizza

Kitchen Manager - Fairfield

Bridgeport, CT, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Group Life Insurance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Sally's Apizza is a renowned restaurant established in 1938, famous for its distinctive New Haven Style Apizza. This iconic pizzeria has been passionately serving hand-crafted, authentic pizza across the United States as it expands its locations and fan base. Known for its signature tomato sauce, chewy yet crispy crust, and the unique oven-kissed char that defines its pizzas, Sally's Apizza has attracted pizza enthusiasts worldwide. The restaurant uses original recipes and custom-designed ovens to deliver a traditional and genuine Apizza experience. Dedicated to making great pizza accessible to everyone, Sally's Apizza prides itself on maintaining its culinary heritage while fostering... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum 2-3 years leadership experience in a restaurant kitchen
  • ServeSafe Certification
  • thorough knowledge of food safety systems and procedures
  • strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and POS systems
  • ability to work on feet for up to 10 hours
  • ability to lift at least 50 lbs
  • availability for day, evening, and weekend shifts
  • ability to travel within the region
  • basic English language proficiency
  • basic Spanish preferred but not required

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • formal culinary training or associate degree in culinary arts preferred
  • minimum 2-3 years in a leadership role within a full-service restaurant kitchen
  • ServeSafe Certification
  • strong food preparation and knife skills
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to manage and train kitchen staff
  • proficiency with computer skills including Microsoft Office and POS systems
  • ability to analyze food, purchasing, and labor costs

Job Duties

  • Manage all activities in the kitchen
  • be a teacher and mentor to all back-of-house employees
  • collaborate with the Culinary Operations Manager to develop new recipes, dishes, and procedures
  • train kitchen personnel in best practices for cleanliness and sanitation
  • control food costs to budgeted levels
  • conduct daily shift line checks ensuring prepped food meets company standards
  • supervise and inspect all prep procedures ensuring recipe adherence
  • maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
  • ensure food service products, presentation, and plating are of highest quality
  • place food orders and conduct end-of-period food inventory
  • monitor refrigeration and storage operations to eliminate spoilage
  • recognize and cultivate future culinary leaders
  • open the restaurant 2-3 days per week as manager on duty
  • communicate effectively with managers and line staff
  • take direction and feedback to improve performance

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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