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BJ's Restaurants

Senior Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Lucrative compensation package
Career advancement opportunities
comprehensive medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k plan
Paid vacation time
diversity and inclusion programs
Community involvement initiatives
Quarterly bonus potential
Daily pay on demand
Relocation opportunities
fun work environment

Job Description

BJ's Restaurants is a leading full-service dining establishment with a strong presence across the United States, operating over 200 restaurants with continuous expansion. Known for its commitment to hospitality excellence, BJ's Restaurants values a culture built on their unique CRAFT principles: Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and Trust. These core values are foundational to the company’s operation, promoting a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while maintaining a strong sense of community and teamwork. BJ's Restaurants prides itself on delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences in a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates diversity, equity, and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • a minimum of two years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • high personal integrity, professionalism, and maturity
  • solid relationship management and performance management skills
  • ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team
  • exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on listening and questioning skills
  • strong writing and documentation skills
  • ability to absorb and retain information quickly
  • keen attention to detail
  • proven problem-solving abilities
  • exceptional guest service orientation
  • ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for 8-10 hours
  • ability to lift 50 pounds
  • ability to bend, stoop, and raise arms above head on occasion

Job Qualifications

  • a minimum of two years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
  • high personal integrity, professionalism, and maturity
  • solid relationship management and performance management skills
  • ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team
  • exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning skills
  • strong writing and documentation skills
  • ability to absorb and retain information quickly
  • keen attention to detail
  • proven problem-solving abilities
  • exceptional guest service orientation

Job Duties

  • perform open / mid-day / closing duties
  • conduct daily briefings on matters of importance to the team
  • manage all necessary repair and maintenance issues
  • manage the restaurant risk review audit process and implement necessary changes
  • manage local restaurant marketing, sales building, and community involvement
  • facilitate and participate in continued education program
  • exercise discretion and independent judgment
  • ensure 100% compliance with all company policies and laws
  • make recommendations concerning development, promotion, and disciplinary action affecting team members
  • make hiring and termination recommendations to general manager
  • cooperate with team member relations department and management team in investigating team member hotline and restaurant support center inquiries relating to restaurant
  • ensure safety and sanitation
  • monitor food and beverage quality and execution
  • conduct quarterly food reviews
  • prepare and receive orders of food and beverages
  • conduct weekly inventories to ensure that proper levels are stocked and to assess ordering patterns and changes
  • monitor and validate daily prep production
  • coach, mentor, and discipline hourly team members
  • monitor facilitate team member recognition
  • train, coach, and develop team members to ensure they are providing Gold Standard service to BJ’s guests
  • manage guest relations and guest recovery

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location