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Zingerman's Deli Catering Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $58,000.00 - $62,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Meals
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Zingerman's Delicatessen is a renowned specialty foods company located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, celebrated for its outstanding artisan sandwiches, gourmet cheeses, and exceptional catering services. Established as a cornerstone of the local culinary community, Zingerman's is dedicated to providing high-quality foods while fostering a unique and inclusive workplace culture. The organization’s philosophy combines food excellence with a commitment to servant leadership, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement, making it an inspiring place to work for food enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Zingerman's Delicatessen operates a bustling catering kitchen that supports a wide range of events, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. This ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • minimum 2-3 years experience in a high-end restaurant
  • minimum 1-2 years of experience in a manager or supervisor role
  • ability to work effectively in a no-drama workplace
  • Serv-Safe food certification
  • strong computer skills
  • excellent planning, organization, and coordination skills
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • ability to work independently
  • willingness to work holidays, weekends, and peak periods
  • valid driver's license with no restrictions
  • physical ability to bend, stoop, walk, and stand for long periods
  • ability to safely relocate up to 40 pounds
  • ability to ascend and descend multiple levels of the deli building

Job Qualifications

  • minimum 2-3 years experience in a high-end restaurant
  • minimum 1-2 years of experience in a manager or supervisor role
  • high levels of emotional intelligence and ability to work effectively in a no-drama workplace
  • experience in event planning and managing details of executing an event
  • inventory and costing experience preferred
  • strong computer skills: caterease, google docs, HRIS
  • strong and effective written and verbal communication skills
  • great problem solving skills, especially in-the-moment
  • Serv-Safe food certification
  • provides leadership that inspires teamwork, generates energy, enthusiasm, and drives results
  • has a reputation for excellent relations with customers, vendors, other ZCoB businesses, and kitchen staff
  • has the ability to design, implement, and to continuously improve the systems and procedures that lead to success
  • has experience in the training and development of staff members
  • is self-directed and able to work independently, as well as be an integral member of the Delicatessen management team
  • has the ability to deliver the Zingerman's experience to internal and external guests of Zingerman's catering and events
  • able to work holidays, weekends, events, and other peak periods of the catering business
  • willingness to ask for help and assistance where needed in order to get great food and service to guests
  • desired - experience with Lean management, continuous improvement and open book management

Job Duties

  • bring all guests and staff amazing Zingerman's catering and events experiences
  • arrives on time for all scheduled shifts, meetings, and classes
  • responsible for hiring, training, coaching, and performance reviews for catering production staff, following the principles of servant leadership, stewardship, and Zingerman's entrepreneurial approach
  • resolves any customer complaints that are passed up from staff and/or asks for help from the catering director or catering sales manager
  • provides hands-on help to kitchen and sandwich line staff when needed
  • passes all training requirements required of catering production, kitchen, and back of house staff
  • revises catering training documents as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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