Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager
- Bonus based on performance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
Brand: Smokin Fins
Location: Chandler, AZ
Who We Are:
OTL is a family of brands dedicated to crafting exceptional food and memorable experiences. We combine a passion for culinary excellence with vibrant atmospheres, creating spaces where guests can savor moments and make memories. Committed to quality, community, and integrity, we take pride in serving outstanding dishes while positively impacting the areas we call home
Our Core Values:
- Live in the circle of excellence
- It's everyone's job to take care of everyone
- Be relentless in the pursuit of greatness
- Do the right thing
- Create joy everywhere you go
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Strong leadership abilities, capable of effectively managing and guiding the restaurant team in their daily operations. Inspire and motivate staff to strive for excellence.
- A commitment to fostering a positive work environment by providing clear direction, consistent support, and constructive feedback. Build a sense of unity and motivation among team members.
- In-depth knowledge of restaurant operations, utilizing your expertise to implement and maintain efficient processes. Ensure the smooth and effective functioning of the kitchen and overall operations.
- A focus on improving operational efficiency by effectively managing resources and maintaining high-quality service standards. Deliver a seamless and exceptional dining experience for every guest.
- A customer-first mindset, prioritizing satisfaction and encouraging a service-oriented culture within the team. Proactively address customer concerns to protect and enhance the restaurant's reputation for excellence.
- Oversee all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation, to ensure consistency and quality.
- Ensure all dishes meet established standards and are prepared according to company recipes.
- Maintain cost of goods sold (COGS) within company guidelines to optimize profitability.
- Demonstrate and apply core culinary skills to support kitchen operations.
- Manage all back-of-house (BOH) staff, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols.
- Uphold compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety regulations throughout the kitchen.
- Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or relevant role in a restaurant or food service establishment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop kitchen staff.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficient in using kitchen equipment and computer software related to kitchen operations.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the restaurant's schedule.
- Ability and willingness to utilize technology (familiarity with Craftable, Toast, Sling, OpenTable is a bonus!)
- Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, recordkeeping, and preparation of reports.
- Must be ServSafe Manager & TIPS Certified
- Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Benefits available after meeting eligibility requirements:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Short-term disability insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Meal discounts
- Vacation eligible after 90 days of employment. Five days for every six months worked
- Meal discounts
- Competitive base compensation and potential bonus paid quarterly
- An opportunity to grow your career path within our family of brands
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At Smokin Fins, we believe quality is the secret to great seafood.
We take pride in our innovative menu, which includes original seafood recipes as well as two-fisted burgers and great-tasting sandwiches. And because fresh is best, we strive to use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
Whether our guests arrive for lunch or dinner, Smokin Fins Seafood Grill offers affordable, diverse menu items influenced by Asian, Mexican, and Northwest cuisines.
Looking for great Cajun food? Jonesin' for key lime calamari? What about some killer fish tacos? We do it all. Better yet, each Lucky Fins location is locally owned and operated — so you get a hip seafood restaurant in your neighborhood, and we get to help support the communities we call home.
Our chalkboard specials change daily and feature our chef's skilled, creative approach to seafood. So stop by and see what’s new — we think you'll be impressed!
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