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Kitchen Operations Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
accrued paid time off
401(k) plan with company matching
Company-paid Life Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
leadership training
Career growth opportunities
Complimentary shift meals
meal discounts

Job Description

Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is a renowned dining establishment committed to delivering unforgettable culinary experiences through its signature Craveably Crafted Food & Beer and unparalleled hospitality. Known for its fast-paced and high-volume kitchen environment, Parry's combines quality standards with efficient operations to create a unique restaurant experience. The company prides itself on blending exceptional food quality with a welcoming and accountable team culture that reflects in every guest interaction.

The role of Kitchen Operations Manager at Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is vital in sustaining the high standards of the Back of House operations. This role demands a leader who brings precision, urgency, and pride to managing the kitchen's day-to-day workflow, food quality, and team performance. The Kitchen Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing processes that include food preparation, safety, sanitation, cost management, and labor control. By fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork, this manager plays an integral role in maintaining consistent quality that aligns with Parry's exceptional reputation.

This leadership position requires someone with a systems-focused mindset, capable of coaching best practices, validating operational execution, and driving results that meet budgetary standards. The Kitchen Operations Manager leads before service, ensuring kitchen readiness, manages performance during peak times, and is accountable from the start to the end of each shift. This role also involves collaborating closely with Service Managers and Managing Partners to enhance overall guest satisfaction and seamless shift execution.

In this capacity, the individual will implement effective systems such as daily pre-shift meetings, maintaining order accuracy within company standards, and ensuring efficient food preparation and waste control. They will also be responsible for hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of the Back of House team members to drive growth and retention. Upholding company standards for cleanliness, safety, sanitation, and professionalism is a key aspect, creating an environment where quality and operational excellence thrive.

The position demands a well-rounded professional capable of managing the intense demands of a busy kitchen while inspiring a positive, accountable kitchen culture. The Kitchen Operations Manager at Parry's is a critical leader whose expertise directly impacts the restaurant's ability to deliver superior food quality consistently, manage operational costs effectively, and nurture a cohesive team environment conducive to professional growth and guest delight.

Job Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in restaurant management within a kitchen setting
  • Proven leadership ability in back of house operations in high-volume environments
  • Deep understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards
  • Experience with scheduling and operational systems
  • HotSchedules experience preferred
  • Exceptional leadership skills in fast-paced, high-volume settings
  • Clear communicator who remains composed and focused during peak periods
  • Detail-oriented with a systems-minded approach
  • Able to work evenings, weekends, and during peak business times
  • Physically capable of standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs as needed
  • Coachable, accountable, and committed to ongoing improvement
  • Professional, energetic, and team-oriented attitude

Job Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in restaurant management within a kitchen setting
  • Proven leadership ability in Back of House operations in high-volume environments
  • Deep understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards
  • Experience with scheduling and operational systems
  • HotSchedules experience is preferred
  • Exceptional leadership skills in fast-paced, high-volume settings
  • Clear communicator who remains composed and focused during peak periods
  • Detail-oriented with a systems-minded approach
  • Able to work evenings, weekends, and during peak business times
  • Physically capable of standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs. as needed
  • Coachable, accountable, and committed to ongoing improvement
  • Professional, energetic, and team-oriented attitude

Job Duties

  • Teach and coach food quality standards to foster daily behaviors that support achieving an 8 AVT food cost variance
  • Validate adherence to recipes through tastings, labeling, temperature checks, and line audits
  • Conduct weekly inventory and ordering processes with a strong grasp of Actual vs. Theoretical (AvT) performance
  • Achieve consistent labor performance against budget through effective scheduling utilizing HotSchedules
  • Develop and implement systems that promote sales and operational excellence including daily Back of House pre-shift meetings
  • Maintain ticket times within company standards
  • Establish a positive, accountable kitchen culture
  • Oversee and manage daily food preparation, storage, and waste control to ensure quality and cost protection
  • Lead consistent and urgent BOH opening, closing, and sanitation procedures
  • Play a vital role in hiring, onboarding, training, and ensuring 100% staff validations for BOH team members
  • Mentor, develop, and manage the performance of BOH team members to support their growth and retention
  • Collaborate with Service Managers and Managing Partners to enhance smooth shift execution and guest satisfaction
  • Uphold company standards for cleanliness, safety, sanitation, appearance, and professionalism

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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