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BJs 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
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid vacation time
Quarterly bonus
Daily Pay
Relocation opportunities

Job Description

BJ's Restaurants is a well-established and rapidly growing casual dining restaurant chain known for its commitment to quality, guest experience, and a collaborative workplace culture. With over 200 locations nationwide and continuous expansion through new restaurant openings each year, BJ's Restaurants prides itself on creating an environment that fosters career growth and exceptional service. The company places a strong emphasis on its core values, known as CRAFT: Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and Trust. These values drive every aspect of the business and form the foundation for an inclusive and supportive culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. BJ's Restaurants invests... Show More

Job Requirements

  • a minimum of two years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
  • high personal integrity, professionalism, and maturity
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • 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
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • 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 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
  • 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 proper stock levels and assess ordering patterns
  • monitor and validate daily prep production
  • coach, mentor, and discipline hourly team members
  • monitor and facilitate team member recognition
  • train, coach, and develop team members to ensure Gold Standard service
  • manage guest relations and guest recovery

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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